Best Offthecusp Podcasts (2025)

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514 Has Endurance Disappeared in Dentistry? With Dr. Alan Mead 46:45

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5h ago46:45

46:45

Welcome back to another insightful episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists! This week, Andrew Johnston is joined by none other than Dr. Alan Mead—podcaster, dentist, mentor, and community builder. Dr. Mead shares how the dental podcasting landscape has evolved over the years, what it takes to maintain endurance in dentistry, and how the profession cont…

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How A Periodontist Saves Teeth At A Multi-Location Practice! 12:32

9h ago12:32

12:32

Episode Summary: This tipisode from "A Tale of Two Hygienists" features Dr. Sadie, a periodontist from Maryland, sharing insights on the implementation of Perio Protect in her multi-specialty practice. Hosted by Tanya Dunlap, the conversation delves into the evolution of Perio Protect's role in patient care, how its usage has expanded across multip…

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513 Do You Still Love Taking Perio-Focused CEs? with Sarah Thiel 38:14

2h ago38:14

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Episode Summary In this episode, Andrew Johnston welcomes long-time friend and hygiene industry leader Sarah Thiel back to the show. As one of Andrew's final episodes, the two reflect on their years of friendship, the evolution of dental industry networking, and the incredible journey and impact of CE Zoom—Sarah's unique platform for tracking and m…

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Toothpaste: The Most Power Prescription We Don't Have To Write with Melissa Calhoun! Bonus 28:07

13d ago28:07

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Episode Summary: In this special bonus episode brought to you in partnership with TheraBreath, Andrew Johnston sits down with Melissa Calhoun for an in-depth discussion about all things toothpaste—why it's more than just a routine product, how active ingredients play a crucial role, and why switching up your toothpaste based on patient needs really…

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512 Is Temping Making a Comeback? 37:13

13d ago37:13

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Episode Summary: In this engaging throwback episode, Andrew and guest co-host Brittany catch up with Dr. James Younger to talk all things temping in the dentistry. As temping continues to grow in popularity, especially following shifts during the pandemic, this episode is a practical guide and deep dive for early-career professionals and anyone con…

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511 Is Clinical Excellence in Dentistry Transferable? with Dr. Chris Salierno! 44:29

8d ago44:29

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Episode Highlights: Networking & Power Networking: Dr. Chris Salierno returns for an in-depth conversation on building meaningful professional relationships in dentistry. He offers his insights into "power networking," stressing the importance of showing up, saying yes to opportunities, and making deposits before making withdrawals. Learn how he id…

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510 Hygienists (and Teeth!) On The Move with Tom Viola, Misty Mattingly, and Renata Nehme! 26:41

1M ago26:41

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Episode Overview In this special, nostalgia-fueled episode, Andrew takes a look back at meaningful conversations from prior episodes, bringing in crucial advice for dental professionals and hygienists that's just as relevant today as when it first aired. Whether you're a long-time listener or just finding the show, this episode is packed with pract…

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Bath Salts: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola 5:39

17d ago5:39

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Tom Viola is BACK and he is talking about bath salts... and we are not talking about Dr Teal's epsom salts. Tom shares a little bit of the background of what they are, where they originated, and the difficulties of testing for them. Don't miss this 6 minute episode!

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509 Are Hygienists Optimistic? A Peek Into The State of Work with Thalia Diedrick! 31:45

22d ago31:45

31:45

Are we on the brink of a mass retirement of dental hygienists? Are hygienists really all that unhappy and what are the drivers that factor into job satisfaction? Rather than guessing, we have Thalia Diedrick on the show who comes with the answers directly from the dental audience! Resources: https://gotu.com/state-of-work/ [email protected] cassi…

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What Happens To The Gingiva When We Incorporate Dietary Counseling? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders! 5:28

1M ago5:28

5:28

We always talk to our patients about how to remove plaque, apply medicaments, and review systemic factors. What if its easier than all of that? What happens when we simply change our diet instead? Katrina Sanders explains how we can get healthier through diet alone in this short Ask The Experts segment! Resources: Baumgartner, S., Imfeld, T., Schic…

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508 RED FLAGS!!!! Why Offices Fail with Dr. Pam Maragliano and Dr. David Rice Pt2 30:34

29d ago30:34

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Leadership is about failure and experience. In this part 2, we pick up where we left off with Dr. Pam Maragliano and Dr. David Rice as they give expert advice to those looking to succeed in this dental world in which we live. This episode is not to be missed!!

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507 RED FLAGS!!!! Why Offices Fail with Dr. Pam Maragliano and Dr. David Rice Pt1 28:36

1M ago28:36

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Drs Pam Maragliano and David Rice bring the heat in this crossover episode with the Dentistry Unmasked Podcast. Both of these doctors, having experienced low employee turnover and highly successful practices, have found the secret sauce. As they look around, it seems almost unreal how many other practices continue to struggle. Join us in this conve…

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506 Are AI Tools Really Necessary or The Flavor of The Week? with Teresa Duncan! 37:37

1M ago37:37

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What are the non-clinical AI tools that are out there and are they here to stay? Many practices are scared of change, many simply just do not want to change.... but will the practices of insurance companies force the issue? Are we overreacting about the usefulness of AI in dentistry? Teresa Duncan joins the show to give us some perspective! Resourc…

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505 Heading Back To The Op! with Brooke Crouch 35:03

2M ago35:03

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It's scary when life events mandate that you completely change your life and lifestyle. In this episode we hear from Brooke Crouch who spent time in the corporate world for several years, only to find herself headed back to the operatory... and she loves it! Be sure to reach out if you are finding yourself in similar situations! Resources brookecro…

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Inhalants - glue, paint thinners etc: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola 5:54

2M ago5:54

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Do our patients huff glue? If so, what should we expect? Let's find out on this short episode from Tom Viola! Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing [email protected], visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified

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Highly Contaminated, Contaminated, or Clean: Where Do Your Waterlines Rank? With India Chance, RDH. Bonus 30:16

2M ago30:16

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In this episode we are talking about waterlines with emphasis on in-office testing. In the past, the testing has maybe taken more time than we have to give, or the process is confusing and we deserve to have clear (actually pink or purple!) results. Give this episode a listen as India Chance gives us an amazing solution from Air Techniques. **In pa…

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504 What Drives Dental Assistants: A Story of Progression with Rachael Wintersteen 22:46

2M ago22:46

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The search for excellent dental assistants can be tough. Just like hygienists, many of them are searching to work to the top of their scope and be compensated accordingly. In this episode, Rachael Wintersteen joins the show to talk about what drives her to continue to search for excellence and promotion.…

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Hidden Opportunities and Untold Potential with Jackie Sanders, RDH 32:14

2M ago32:14

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In this episode with Jackie Sanders, we talk about the power of evolution and what steps we can take to get to the next level. There are opportunities while we are still chair side, opportunities for hybrid roles, and so many more but it all starts with mentors and connections. Give this episode a listen to see how Jackie can help you!…

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The "One-Houra Prophy" Lie, Stop Over Promising and Under Delivering! Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders 6:00

2M ago6:00

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Katrina is on a role in this short episode as she discusses the broken model of the "one-hour prophy". Listen as she discusses the dangers of blindly following this model and gives 5 ways to improve the appointments. Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com …

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502 Pre-Dental Hygiene School Interventions with Dana Paladino! 28:37

2M ago28:37

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Dana Paladino joins the show, she has a great podcast called Dental Hygiene Basics where she helps students and those thinking about working in the dental hygiene space find their footing for success. Join us as she walks us through what she does! Resources: Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast @dentalhygienebasics on socials dentalhygienebasics.com…

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Culture Drives Job Satisfaction (pssst... and production, but shhh) with Andrew Johnston 6:35

2M ago6:35

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What happens when culture and vision clash? In this episode, we take a page out of the Dallas Cowboy's playbook and examine what happens when leadership and the team are not aligned. We look at what job satisfaction can lead to and how Micah Parson's should already have been re-signed... well maybe not the last part so much. Resources: Andrew@atale…

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Whitening for Specific Stains with Dr. Derek Gatta DMD, MS, FACP 2:59

3M ago2:59

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I think we all have made this mistake... a patient walks in and asks about whitening and we tell them about the most convenient paste or premade strips without really talking to them about the specifics of their stain. In this episode, Dr. Derek Gatta discusses how and when to use specific whitening products for the best results. **Brought to you i…

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501 Owning and Operating a Dental Practice in Canada with Sianna Trudell! 30:34

3M ago30:34

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Great episode with Sianna Trudell as we talk about the evolution of her career from dental assistant, to hygienist, and now to business owner! Sianna is opening a practice in Canada and we talk a little about the differences between the Canadian and US hygienists, developing social media channels supporting the younger and next generation of profes…

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Biofilm, Glycine, and the Future of Periodontal Care with HuFriedy Group's PWR Pair! Bonus 27:41

3M ago27:41

27:41

Join us for this episode to learn how to manage biofilm with HuFriedy Group's PWR Pair. "The power of all-in-one brings versatile air polishing to every clinician treating every patient. The PWR Pair brings you the power of sub- and supragingival calculus and stain removal, biofilm disruption, and implant cleaning." Resources: https://www.hufriedyg…

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Turbo CR - Products You Should Know with Annie Walters! 9:31

3M ago9:31

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Turbo CR from Essential Dental Systems is a tray system that softens the calculus in the patients mouth in just 30 seconds. This helps your instrumentation through a more gentle approach and saves your hands and wrists from fatigue. Resources: https://edsdental.com/Turbo-CR/

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500 Under One Roof Roundtable Nonsense with Jessica Atkinson, Melissa Calhoun, and Megen Elliott! 31:26

3M ago31:26

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Probably the best episode we have ever released. Will you learn something? maybe if you care about geographic tongue's relationship to Celiac Disease and giraffe milk vs cow milk ... but will it be a great listen? Absolutely! If you are a fan of quick-paced episodes with a frequent bouncing around of topics, this is for you! Special thanks to Jessi…

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Ketamine: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola 7:04

3M ago7:04

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Ketamine is not a new drug but it is absolutely on the rise! Give this episode a listen to see what our pal Tom Viola has to say about it! Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing [email protected], visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified…

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Re-inventing Fluoride Varnish with Jen Post! Bonus 22:20

3M ago22:20

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In this episode with Jen Post, we talk about what factors are really needed to make Fluoride Varnish effective... and you might be surprised at the answers! Instead of doing the same thing in just a different way, Solventum (formerly 3M) have gone to the drawing board to reformulate the options we have for better patient protection with patient AND…

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499 The Functional Roots Hygienists with Heather Kenney and Amanda Hale! 38:33

3M ago38:33

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If time wasn't an issue, if everything was free, if you had the autonomy to practice any way you want... would you practice differently? Amanda Hale and Heather Kenney from the Functional Roots podcast join me today to offer a different than mainstream point of view on the practice of holistic dental hygiene. If you want more of this kind of conver…

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Why Gingiva Looks Diseased But I Do Not Detect Calculus - Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders! 5:04

4M ago5:04

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Have you had this situation before? You begin your perio chart, can see there is boneloss and find the gingiva to be red, ulcerated, irritated with deep pocketing.... but no calculus. How do you treat this and what do you do? Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasan…

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498 Biofilm Is The Enemy, But How Do We Detect It? With Anjuli Avis 22:52

3M ago22:52

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Sometimes, we just need to get out of our own way and embrace the new. With advances in technology, our ability to operate more efficiently has never been better. The foundation of what we do is education, and what better way to educate than when a patient can visually see where the problem areas are? Anjuli Avis rejoins the show to talk about a ne…

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High Caries Risk Patients? Super Paste to the Rescue! 3:19

3M ago3:19

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Are 5000ppm prescription pastes still a thing or should we be rethinking the formula? In this episode Peter dives into what ingredients they found to be necessary for a Super Paste. Don't let your high risk patients out the door without the protection they need! **In partnership with Dr. Jen Oral Care DrJenOralcare.com for your free sample!…

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Introducing SmileSip: Sipsters Wanted!! with Misty Mattingly 10:24

3M ago10:24

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Misty is back with an amazing opportunity for the entrepreneurial dental hygienists. SmileSip is a new product here in the US and it has clinical benefits for our patients. Give this episode a listen to learn about its benefits and also how you can get involved! Resources: SmileSipUSA.com

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Lobbyist Needed: A Quest For Advocacy with the Dental Hygiene Advocates of Washington 34:58

4M ago34:58

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This episode, recorded from RDH Under One Roof, is the epitome of commitment. These hygienists have undertaken the almost impossible responsibility that has been left unchecked in the state of Washington for dental hygienists and they are showing what true leadership in advocacy looks like. Join us as we catch up with Jennifer Frame, Christi Holbro…

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Ecstasy (MDMA): A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola 6:46

4M ago6:46

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This week, pharmacologist Tom Viola gives us the rundown of Ectasy (MDMA) and its potential impact on our patients! Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing [email protected], visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified…

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496 Cyber Criminals Love Dental Offices with Paul Murphy 28:46

4M ago28:46

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Clinicians often do not pay attention to cyber security... thats for the owners and managers, right? Wrong! Cyber criminals have become so sophisticated, they can target anyone in the team and not in the way you think they might. Give this episode a listen with Paul Murphy to find out your role in keeping your patients safe and secure in their dent…

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Does Dentistry Even Work? with Andrew Johnston 7:11

4M ago7:11

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Albeit older statistics (from 2012) state that 91% of adults have had tooth decay and more recent statistics show almost half of adults over 30 years old have periodontal disease. At the same time in 2019 we had 87% of children see the dentist and 65% of adults went to the dentist. If people are going to the dentist, why do we still have crazy high…

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Digestion Starts In The Mouth: Saliva Wanted! with Dr. Derek Gatta 2:32

4M ago2:32

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We often discuss the need for saliva on the microscopic level as it relates to oral and systemic connections. Let's pull back just a bit to see a more basic issue - digestion. Salivary flow is essential in so many ways and its our role to provide practical solutions. Dr. Gatta joins the show today to discuss what solutions he recommends to patients…

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495 Clear Aligners vs Traditional Ortho with Dr. Ilan Abramowitz 24:41

4M ago24:41

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Growing up, braces were always wires and brackets and sometimes, for those lucky ones, headgear. Today the landscape looks much different and dental hygienists are often leading the discussions with patients, advocating for ortho treatment. On this episode, Dr. Ilan Abramowitz gives us insight to the raging battle of which is better: Clear Aligners…

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When Should We Re-Evaluate A Perio Case? Ask the Expert with Katrina Sanders! 5:40

4M ago5:40

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Periodontal re-evaluation timing is essential for all therapeutic hygiene procedures... but when should this be done? We have heard a range of recommendations but listen in as Katrina breaks it down based on the case type! Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasander…

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PerioDT - A New Weapon for Gum Disease with Peggy Hanon, Monica Salerno, and Lindsey Mitchell! Bonus 34:06

5M ago34:06

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In this roundtable episode we are joined by Peggy, Monica, and Lindsey to talk about a new option for the everyday RDH, PerioDT. This product is multi-faceted and a potential game changer for every single patient we have sitting in our chair. Give this episode a listen if you are ready to take your practice to the next level! Resources: Booth numbe…

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494 Dental Hygiene Needs Public Awareness Campaigns with Lisanda Maisonet 35:40

4M ago35:40

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The public simply has no real understanding of what a dental hygienist does.... for that matter, neither do many in the dental industry as we are continued to be looked at as tooth scrapers. Lisandra Maisonet joins the show to talk about a new awareness campaign aimed at helping to fight this movement called the Oral Health Awareness Project. Wheth…

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The Hygiene Department is NOT a Loss Leader! 6:49

4M ago6:49

6:49

I am over it. I am so incredibly over hearing how the hygiene department in any dental office is a loss leader. In this episode, I, in typical Andrew fashion, rail against the notion that hygienists have little value for a dental practice. If you are a hygienist listening to this episode you will get some useful tips on scheduling practices. If you…

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493 Assistants Doing the Scaling, Is It Worth It? With Dr. Pam Maragliano, Dr. David Rice, Dr. Mia Geisinger, and Katrina Sanders! 32:27

5M ago32:27

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In this amazing crossover episode, guests Katrina Sanders and Dr. Mia Geisinger dive deep into recently passed legislation concerning dental assistants scaling. Is this good for our industry? Is it good for our patients? Is it good for, well.... anyone? Hear these experts discuss these points and also deliver an important message directed at dental…

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Xerostomia - Not Just For The Old People! 3:24

5M ago3:24

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Everyone is experiencing dry mouth symptoms these days. The elderly might have systemic reasons, the youth are seemingly being prescribed drugs at earlier ages than ever, and people of all ages have behaviors or habits that are contributory. So what can we do? Give this episode a listen for a simple solution that works for all ages! **In partnershi…

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492 AI Goes WAY Beyond ChatGPT, How Does This Impact Your Office? with Rita Zamora 28:04

5M ago28:04

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Artificial Intelligence continues to evolve. As clinicians we are starting to wrap our heads around how it might help us with chart notes, perio charting, and even interpretation of radiographs... but while we are stuck in this mentality, it continues to evolve and progress. Imagine a time when AI impacts hiring preferences, predicts expected pay b…

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Methamphetamines: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola 5:42

5M ago5:42

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Meth... Should we still be concerned about methamphetamine or is this a thing of the past? What issues should we be concerned about with our patients presenting who are meth users? Listen to Tom Viola's short episode on the most recent updates on this crazy drug. Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing TomViola@…

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491 Introduction to LANAP for the Dental Hygienist with Jodi, Sam, Sara, and Amanda! 26:30

5M ago26:30

26:30

Once you lose bone, you never get it back, right? Have you heard this before? I have too. Recently we met with a group of hygienists (Jodi, Sam, Sara, and Amanda) who work in a practice that offers LANAP for their patients as well as being a very laser-centric practice for perio therapy. If you are looking to be inspired by what is possible out the…

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Gut Health and Its Role in Oral and Overall Health - Ask The Expert with Machell Hudson-Hoover 5:50

6M ago5:50

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70 percent of our immune health originates in the guy and the term 'gut health' has been quite the buzz word the past few years as we look at linking the oral with the systemic. Often, however, the issue that clinicians have is about implementation of the knowledge. In this episode Machell Hudson-Hoover gives some quick tips to help you jumpstart t…

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490 Are Dentists Good Leaders? with Carrie Webber! 42:37

5M ago42:37

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What does it take to be a great leader in your practice and who should that point person be? In this episode with Carrie Webber from The Jameson Group, we look at the make up of the dental teams and their practice and try to isolate the necessary components for success. [email protected] https://ww1.jmsn.com/…