RDH Magazine Podcast

With all the turnover in the field of dental hygiene since the pandemic, some are questioning the longevity of this career. Amanda Hill weighs in.
Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPCRead by: Jackie Sanders, RDH Read Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55055772/is-dental-hygiene-a-10-year-career

A recent pilot study finds help for radiation induced xerostomia.  Listen as Kayla Marks tells us how she was involved and what the positive results were.

Did you flunk your DUWL test? Don't panic! Follow these three steps and you'll be good in no time. Then find out where your problem is.
Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPCRead by: Jackie Sanders Sponsored by: ProEdgeRead article here: https://www.rdhmag.com/infection-control/water-safety/article/55127895/3-easy-steps-if-you-fail-a-dental-unit-waterline-test 

Conducting X-rays is an important and routine part of providing holistic dental care. Pac-Dent’s EzAim X-Ray Positioning System can make taking radiographs easier!
Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDHSponsored by PacDentRead by Jackie Sanders 

With 20 years of dental hygiene experience, Dr. Silky Sharma is passionate about evidence-based dentistry and providing courses on periodontal instrumentation. Dr. Sharma is an accomplished educator, writer, and speaker, and has dedicated her career to elevating the standard of care through lecturing on non-surgical periodontal therapy. Join us this week as we discuss the evidence behind hand instrumentation despite advances in technology and what she believes is the most critical piece of instrumentation working in a perio-focused office. 

Dental operating microscopes (DOMs) can enhance clarity of vision and precision care for all dental professionals, including dental hygienists. Learn more about how DOMs can usher in a new standard of care for the profession.
Kevin Ohashi Lopez, MHA, BSDH, RDH
Claudia Walder, BSDH, BA, RDH, CDARead by: Jackie Sanders, RDH

Meet Amanda Horman, a dental hygienist who recently attended RDH Evolution.  During her time in Denver she found the balance between work  and home life with defining her worth to both.

Silver diamine fluoride can be used for high-caries-risk patients as an immediate treatment to arrest decay and preserve tooth structure. These four cases illustrate how hygienists can incorporate SDF into routine care.
Sheri Solseng Trif, MSADT, BSDH, RDHRead by: Jackie Sanders, RDH

Spend time with Derek Sven as we review the growth opportunities found at RDH Evolution, spending time with new friends and running into old friends at UOR, and sharing his message from the podium about the Dental Lab Unveiled.

 
 
Every dental professional should be prepared to handle a medical emergency. Does your office have a protocol in place? Written by
India Chance, RDH, CDIPC read by: Andrew Johnston
https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55021903/from-panic-to-protocol-navigating-medical-emergencies-in-the-dental-office