A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH begins dialog around the 2017 AAP classification systems by talking about the clinical spectrum of health and the first two of the major categories when it comes to diagnosing or identifying periodontal health as pristine periodontal health and a well maintained clinically periodontally healthy case.

On this TIPisode we are joined by Stephanie Eddy, RDH BSDH to talk about motivational interviewing and tools to assist in your caries risk assessment!

In today’s episode, our hosts and guests discuss CDT codes in general, where dentistry has gone wrong in coding, the ADA and carriers, and the new staging and grading and which codes may apply there. They also delve into diagnosis coding, internal/unspecified codes and tracking, outcomes based payments, code 4346 and 4355 usage, the importance of educating consumers, and some code suggestions from our experts for particular scenarios.

On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH gives us a brief overview of the 2017 AAP classification system! DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com  More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/  Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com  Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ 

Are you frustrated you can't get the cool prophy paste or the newest tools into your office? On this TIPisode Andrew talks to us about how you select your products, providing tips on how to evaluate, and get them into your office! Andrew's TIPisode on sealants: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/listen/tipisode-sealants-three-things-andrew-johnston-rdh-wants-you-to-know/ Fuji Triage EP: https://www.gcamerica.com/products/preventive/GC_Fuji_TRIAGE_EP/

In this episode, Joy answers Michelle’s many questions regarding laser use in dentistry including details about the basics of lasers, the importance of training and practice, initiated and uninitiated tips, curettage and non-curettage states, laser use protocols, and how to manage some potential scenarios. They also delve into ways to speak with patients about both laser use and associated fees, aftercare for patients, codes to use, and the quality educational opportunities which Joy provides.

On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about a study titled The Covid-19 Pathway which proposes the fact that there could be an alternative route of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Andrew Nobilini and Mike Rust from ProEdge Dental Water Labs! Andrew and Mike talk to us about not one, not two but THREE ways to save money on dental unit waterline testing! Be sure to listen to the end to get your free gift from ProEdge and jumpstart your dental unit waterline testing! Free QuickPass: https://proedgedental.com/free-qp

In today’s episode, we review the use of etch in removing stains, Spring’s diplomatic approach in her posts, and, of course, the results, conclusions, and takeaways from the study "Sources of SARS-CoV-2 and Other Microorganisms in Dental Aerosols", along with some questions for its authors. We explore the importance of testing water lines, the definition of HVE and its usage, some studies regarding mouth rinses, some podcast suggestions, Karen Daw’s guidelines, and the continued use of face shields.

On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH takes a look at prophylactic antibiotics for the reduction of potential infective endocarditis. DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com  More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/  Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com  Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ 

For this A Tale of Two Hygienists bonus episode Andrew is joined by Sandy Lee and Carlos Rodriguez, and Amanda Hill. Andrew plays a game with his guests, where they answer his questions around the ADHA conference and points are awarded based on what Andrew feels is the best answer. Spoiler alert Andrew is not a fan of ass-less chaps, fanny packs nor twerking.

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc, AADH to discuss protecting your investment in your dental hygiene instruments with the use of cassettes. Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc, AADH is the founder Dr. Joy, RDH and the creator of the Dental Hygiene Student Planner. 

In this episode, graduates offer their perspective on the professional positions they have chosen to accept, the highs and lows of dental hygiene school, their areas of confidence and nervousness regarding their new positions, and the rotations in which they were able to participate. Together, the panel discusses dental hygiene school curriculum, the understanding that dentists have of the work of which hygienists are capable and their do’s and don’ts’ advice for current students.

On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about premedication guidelines as they relate to the medically compromised patient. 

In this special bonus episode Andrew and Michelle are joined by Spring Hatfield, RDH to talk about the “Your Shot To Fly Sweepstakes” through United Airlines, highlighting where they would travel if they won the grand prize of 26 roundtrip flights! In this episode Andrew and Michelle also play a rapid fire round of 20 questions with Spring!