RDH Magazine Podcast

The case for dental hygienists’ autonomy: The education and credentialing gap

Challenge the false premise: Dentists' supposed monopoly on oral health regulation is built on shaky ground. It's time for a truth-driven, evidence-based confrontation in dental advocacy.
Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHARead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55301661/the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy-the-education-and-credentialing-gap

Finding Joy in Clinical Practice

Wondering how to find joy in your clinical day?  Listen to Amber Auger discuss why she created Thrive in the Op and how her success has driven her to create a live summit in October titled Thrive Chairside.

The complex Epstein-Barr virus: Understanding its systemic impact and oral implications

Tracy Ross, MEd, RDH, explores the nature of the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), revealing some of its diseases, outlining the relation to periodontal and oral conditions, and discussing the current state of vaccination efforts.Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/oral-systemic/article/55293102/the-complex-epstein-barr-virus-understanding-its-systemic-impact-and-oral-implications 

The chronic disease no one is talking about

Reflections on a session with Dr. Mia Geisinger at RDH Under One Roof 2024 reveal a lingering problem in dentistry.
Katrina M. Sanders-Stewart, MEd, BSDH, RDH, RF
 
Read by Jackie Sanders, RDH https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55293114/the-chronic-disease-no-one-is-talking-about 

RDHs Take Action

In just seven weeks, the Oral Health Awareness Project launched a bold PR campaign to elevate RDH recognition, defend education standards, and protect public health. Join us.
Lisandra Maisonet, BS, RDH, PHDHP, EFDARead by Jackie Sanders, RDH https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55306582/rdhs-take-action-national-movement-launched-to-raise-standards-and-public-awareness 

Quality Care Driven by Metrics

Driven by purpose, this dental team delivers personalized, quality care, driven by metrics.  Hear how Rachel has supported success with her practice and dental hygiene team.

Dental AI: 9 things every hygienist should know

AI empowers dental hygienists to be more accurate, efficient, and patient-focused. Embracing dental AI doesn’t mean losing the human touch. It means amplifying your skills.
Melissa Turner, CHO, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDARead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55293064/9-things-every-hygienist-should-know-about-dental-ai 

Dental Hygienists' Autonomy

The outdated model of today's dentistry is rooted in professional dependency and cloaked in the language of supervision. Its sole purpose lies in gatekeeping and financial control.
Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHARead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55293010/the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy-the-economics-of-dentistry

Forensics, Academia and Being a Clinician with Kimberly Erdman, EdD, RDH, FAADH, FADHA

From forensics to academia and back to the clinician.  Enjoy hearing the journey of professional transitions from Kimberly A. Erdman, EdD, RDH, FAADH, FADHA
Thank you to Aspen Dental for sponsoring this episode! Learn more: https://aspendental.jobs/RDHpodcast

White Coat Hypertension

White coat hypertension at the dentist’s office is a serious condition that requires further monitoring and evaluation to ensure heart health. Erika Lauren shares how to mitigate risk by discussing the risk factors of high blood pressure with patients.