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The conundrum we are currently facing is that dry mouth - xerostomia - isn't just "dry mouth", it is a wide range of severity and accompanying symptoms. We cant treat everyone the same, and we are learning that the products from 20 years ago, maybe aren't keeping up with the symptoms manifesting in today's patient. What should we do? In this episode we answer some key questions: What is the prevalence of dry mouth in our patients; how often should we expect to see our patients presenting with them? Is there an increase in prevalence or just better clinical detection? What are the top reasons people experience xerostomic effects? Do patients understand how much dry mouth they really have?  Water vs Lipid based products for our patients - which is better? How important is the role of the RDH in detection? Resources: Tom@Tomviola.com @pharmacologydeclassifed on social media Our partners on this episode Aquoral - Www.aquaroalspray.com  

Anna, Heather, and Lizz are back with an episode that opens them up to whatever crazy questions the group might have for them! Join them as they give their best responses! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869  

We continue our myofunctional therapy series this month with a focus on children. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin return to talk about screening and assessing, treatment, unique cases, nasal breathing and so much more.  Resources: Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta Info@myo2health.com Leslie- Leslie@myo2health.com Heidi- Heidi@myo2health.com Paula- mainemother.com Youtube video mentioned in the episode: Finding Connor Deegan https://youtu.be/Sk5qsmRyVcE?si=vbySK7ewdVSGF7Q5  

Pediatrics can be a cornerstone to many practices but RDHs don't always love treating them. Val Dangler joins us today to talk about what happens in the DSO setting and what you should expect. Contact Val: Valdentsolutions@gmail.com Sonicare Support Materials -  https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources

Listener Mail! In this episode we hear from Cindy Midgett who heard a recent episode on becoming an educator at a traditional RDH program, and wanted to let people know of another option in education in case that setting isnt for you. Give this episode a listen about CTE (Career and Technical Education) program career options! You MUST watch this video! https://youtu.be/Ly0UNZN_PZA?si=OnmTvcI_WN0xdfvE Contact Info: Cindy Midgett, M.ED, RDH, CDA, PHDHP LinkedIn @cindy midgett classroom account on Instagram is @mbit_dentaloccupations Personal Cell 610-297-2057 Personal Email sera1298@gmail.com School Email cmidgett@mbit.org

Today is a continuation of last weeks episode where we talk about the foundational moments of a babies life that can shape the anatomical features and future habits of adults. Huge thank you to Heidi and Leslie for bringing amazing topics to the table and for connecting us with Paula Norcott. Be sure to check out the show notes for their contact info! Resources: Link to CE Test: https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/ep-422myofunctional-therapy-for-babies-early-intervention-screening-techniques-p2/ Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta Info@myo2health.com Leslie- Leslie@myo2health.com Heidi- Heidi@myo2health.com Paula- www.mainemother.com

Pediatrics, Surgery, Restorative, Perio... so many times to use local anesthetics but how much should we be using? Is less more? Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visiting Tomviola.com or email him - Tom@Tomviola.com

New Podcast Alert! Tina Clarke and Kim Augustus have a newer podcast called RDH Coast to Coast. It's in video format on Spotify and YouTube and they tackle the tough questions facing the professionals of today! Be sure to check them out! Reach out to them! Podcast: RDH Coast to Coast on Spotify and Youtube Tina: @teachertina on all socials Kim: @bloomrdh on all socials

Today is an interesting discussion because it is foundational to everything that we see as dental professionals. We are talking myofunctional therapy but with babies. I am joined today by Leslie and Heidi again but they also brought in Paula Norcott who works as a lactation consultant. We covered lots of topics and it was such an interesting conversation that we broke it up into two episodes. We talk about what the evaluation looks like, whether the issues are mechanical or anatomical and what is happening causing the issues to arise, we talked about body work and what that means. Resources: Link to CE Test: https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/intro-to-myo-with-leslie-farrin-and-heidi-giasson/ Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta Info@myo2health.com Leslie- Leslie@myo2health.com Heidi- Heidi@myo2health.com Paula- www.mainemother.com    

Cavities are for dentists, perio is for the RDH, right? Unfortunately lots of people people actually believe this! There is no room to just stay in our lanes on this one so please listen to Katrina Sanders as she answers, "Do cavities affect periodontal disease?" Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com  Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/  Loesche, W. (2007). Dental caries and periodontitis: contrasting two infections that have medical implications. Infectious disease clinics of North America, 21(2), 471-502.

On this episode Andrew Johnston, RDH talks about the level of influence clinicians have in their own operatory. We don't need to rely on the person who has the most clicks or the most likes, we can rely on ourselves to get our patients happier and healthier.    andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com

Welcome to the first part of the Myofunctional Therapy Series of 2024. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin join me to lay down the baseline conversation about this space. They are doing really cool things, they are collaborative with healthcare professionals from other spaces, and really want to help everyone out. Be sure to reach out to them! Contact Info: myo2health.com @myo2health on insta info@myo2health.com leslie@myo2health.com heidi@myo2health.com