A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast Andrew Johnston, RDH - One of the Two Dental Hygienists

We talk ourselves out of amazing opportunities in life... for lots of different reasons but we really don't have to. Whether its overcoming a fear, working through uncertainty, having thoughts and notions that block your ability to concentrate, or whatever it might be... working with an NLP coach can change your life. Listen in as Heather McGuire tells us more about our self limiting and what we can do about it!
Resources:
Heather McGuire RDH on FB and Linkedin
mcgcoaching.com
heather@mcgcoaching.com

The age old question asked by patients far and wide... Should we floss first then brush or brush first then floss? Does it even matter? Katrina Sanders has the answer!
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/ 
Torkzaban, P., Arabi, S. R., Sabounchi, S. S., & Roshanaei, G. (2015). The Efficacy of Brushing and Flossing Sequence on Control of Plaque and Gingival Infl ammation. Oral Health & Preventive Dentistry, 13(3).
Mazhari, F., Boskabady, M., Moeintaghavi, A., & Habibi, A. (2018). The effect of toothbrushing and flossing sequence on interdental plaque reduction and fluoride retention: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Journal of periodontology, 89(7), 824-832.

This week's TIPisode features a conversation with Kathy Forbes in which we discuss codes, how we get new codes for services, and how the definitions of codes get changed. If you want to be a part of the code group, be sure to join the Facebook group called, DentalCodeology Consortium!
If you want to reach out to Kathy, or want to see her speaking schedule, be sure to check out her website: www.kathysforbes.com
 

Have you ever thought about owning your own practice? Calling your own shots, being your own boss, working the hours you want? Colorado may have what you are looking for! In this conversation with Dr. Adam Altdorfer we explore a pathway they have created to help you help more patients... and in turn help the private practices. It's a win-win-win!
Resources:
Email: experiencedentalhygiene@gmail.com
Website: https://edhp1boulder.com/experience-independence/
Article mentioned in episode: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/14310527/colorado-dentists-find-success-developing-independent-dental-hygiene-practices
 
 

Why are so many patients not wearing glasses for their dental appointments? Is it our fault or theirs? In this episode we give you the definitive answer to the question, "Do our patients need to be wearing eye protection?"
This is a great episode to get an office conversation going!
https://www.ada.org/en/resources/practice/practice-management/eye-safety-in-the-dental-office

It seems like everyone is looking for a new job or taking on an extra part-time gig so Anna, Lizz, and Heather focused this episode on the red flags that come along with that search. What are some red flags you see in interviews or job postings?
 
RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869