RDH Magazine Podcast

ICYMI: Chlorhexidine—the good, the bad, and the ugly

Here's a hard look at chlorhexidine and when we should use an alternative. Article by Kristin Goodfellow, RDH 
 
Read Article HERE: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/rinses-pastes/article/14173423/chlorhexidinethe-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly

Jackie Chats with Christine Diehl, BGS, RDH

In this episode, Jackie has an open discussion with Christine Diehl about the benefits of working with a DSO. They cover topics from insurance to career opportunities and highlight Women in DSO organization.

ICYMI: Saddle stools - Don’t buy until you try

If you sat on and didn't like a saddle stool, it might be time to try again. Take it from Katrina Klein. At first, she didn't like it, and now she can't practice without it. by Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT
 
Read article here: https://www.rdhmag.com/ergonomics/seating/article/14280848/saddle-stools-dont-buy-until-you-try 

Jackie Chats with Angela Grover, MA, BASDH, RDH

This episode holds an open discussion with Angela Grover, MA, BASDH, RDH about her personal focus on treating patients with eating disorders and her focus on building a health awareness platform for the RDH.

ICYMI: Feel the Burn - Why GERD Matters

It is estimated that 20%-30% of Americans have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is a chronic condition in which the acidic contents of the stomach reflux back up into the esophagus. Unfortunately, while GERD may lead to long-term complications, such as Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinomas, it is often referred to as acid indigestion or heartburn, which only serves to minimize its significance and consequences if left untreated.
By: Tom Viola RPh, CCP
 
Read Article Here: https://digital.rdhmag.com/rdhmag/202212/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=2&folio=29#pg31

Jackie Chats with Crystal Spring, BSDH, RDH, LAP

On this episode, Jackie is joined by Crystal for an open discussion about the growth of Smiles Across Montana, the good, the bad, and the hard parts of building a successful public health program.

ICYMI: The translocation of bacteria - Inflammatory bowel disease

In a meta-analysis of six eligible studies, results validated that periodontitis was significantly associated with IBD, but the mechanism was still undetermined. by Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH
 
Read Article Here: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/patient-education/article/14284883/the-translocation-of-bacteria-inflammatory-bowel-disease 

Jackie Chats with Angela Do, RDH, MEd, MAADH

In this episode, Jackie is joined by Angela Do aka "The Pediatric RDH" for an open discussion about how she knew it was time to change her role and focus. 

ICYMI: Dental Waterline Warning

On October 31, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issued a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing dental waterline maintenance. This alert came on the heels of a suspected out- break of nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) infections from dental unit waterlines (DUWL) at a pediatric dental clinic, which is still under investigation.
By: Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH
Read Article Here: https://digital.rdhmag.com/rdhmag/202212/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=2&folio=31#pg33 

Jackie Chats with Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH

In this episode, Jackie is joined by Anne Rice for an open discussion about her drive for research, anything systemic, and understanding dementia. Anne also highlights what AAOSH is about and why you should consider being involved!