139 episodes
Your Official ADHA Podcast American Dental Hygienists’ Association
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4.8 • 17 Ratings
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This show is the official podcast for the ADHA! Join us as we discuss relevant thoughts, ideas, and best practices for hygienists throughout the United States. Be sure to reach out with ideas for our show on any of the social media channels!
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Podversations at ADHA24 Thursday July 7/25 (Ep 139)
Step onto the ADHA24 exhibit floor for short "podversations" with Ellen Guritzky, MSJ, RDH, FADHA, AHFI, CHC, from Haleon, Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc, FADHA, from Love Hygiene and Hayley Buckner, RDH, FADHA, from Elevate Oral Care who chat with ADHA Podcast Host Matt Crespin, RDH, MPH, FADHA, about their experiences at ADHA24, in NOLA, and the latest and greatest from their organizations.
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ADHA24 in NOLA! Know Before You Go (Ep 138)
Next up! ADHA24 in the Big Easy! Before you pack your bags, get this insider’s guide to the dental hygiene event of the year as Matt is joined by Leah Johnson, CMP, DES, ADHA’s Director of Meetings, Corporate Development and IOH. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a veteran meeting-goer, get all the best tips to make the most of your visit. From transportation and ticketing to education and fabulous social events – listen, learn and let the good times roll at ADHA24 in NOLA! Download your NOLA guide to do thing right from our friend Michelle Strange the Roaming Dental Hygienist.
www.adha2024.org
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Mainely Teeth: Filling The Gaps (Ep 137)
In this episode, Matt interviews Amber Lombardi, RDH, CEO of Mainely Teeth, and Findhelp.org filmmaker Jim Tuttle about their documentary "Filling the Gaps." The film explores dental care inequity and how Amber’s non-profit, is working to address dental care accessibility throughout rural Maine. They highlight access challenges and potential solutions, including Mainely Teeth's innovative mobile efforts in the northeast. The film is premiering at an exclusive attendee-only event at the ADHA24 Annual Conference in New Orleans later this month. Matt also shares updates on the DDH Compact's progress and news from ADHA.
Filling the Gaps Official Trailer https://youtu.be/QV837f2511I?si=Lb_jfNnNgkGpmXkR
www.findhelp.org
www.adha2024.org
https://adha24.eventscribe.net/index.asp?presTarget=2757793
https://company.findhelp.com/fillingthegaps/
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Staggering Loss of Productivity Due to Dental Issues (Ep 136)
On this episode of the ADHA Podcast host Matt Crespin sits down with Lisa Heaton, PhD, author of a recently published report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health on the tremendous amount of lost productivity as a result of dental issues. Dr. Heaton shares some of the eye-opening findings from this study as well as mitigation opportunities for reducing the devastating economic burden of neglected oral health. Matt shares updates from ADHA including the latest issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene and continued excitement building for this summer's ADHA 2024 event in New Orleans.
https://www.carequest.org/resource-library/hour-need-productivity-time-lost-due-urgent-oral-health-needs
https://jdh.adha.org
https://www.adha2024.org
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From RDH to FBI Investigator (Ep 135)
On the newest episode of the ADHA podcast, your host Matt Crespin welcomes Christina Reinhardt, LDH/RDH, an investigator for the FBI who specializes in dental fraud cases. Hear about Christina’s unusual career journey that took her from dental hygiene into the world of criminal investigations at the federal level. As the FBI's subject matter expert on dental fraud, she provides a fascinating look into her work unraveling complex cases and the critical role of dental professionals in the investigations. She also offers a sneak peek into what she is presenting at ADHA24 in New Orleans, where she'll dive deeper into the FBI Health Care Fraud Program and how law enforcement conducts the investigations.
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Taking Accountability For Your Community (Ep 134)
On this episode, Matt is joined by Lisa Balint, MPH, BSDH, EPDH, and Linda Mann, EPDH to discuss the remarkable community-centric approach adopted by Capitol Dental Care in Oregon. They share their organization's unique and innovative strategies for serving their community. From mobile care units that bring services directly to underserved populations to seamless medical-dental integration, this organization is redefining the way dental care is delivered. Balint and Mann provide in-depth insights highlighting the profound impact this care delivery model has on improving access and overall well-being within the community and how it can be replicated to enhance community outreach efforts. Matt also provides updates from the ADHA, keeping listeners informed about the latest developments and initiatives from the organization.
Sentate Committee Hearing on Dental Care: https://www.help.senate.gov/hearings/examining-the-dental-care-crisis-in-america-how-can-we-make-dental-care-more-affordable-and-more-available
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As a dental hygienist from Texas, I know my practice challenges are different from other states. I love this podcast because it helps me feel connected to the rest of our dental hygiene community and appreciate your work to give ADHA/ national information and state level issues as well. Thank you!
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So grateful for the experience and the fact we are in this profession to help lift each other up! I was so nervous and excited to have the opportunity to speak with Matt. He has given me the opportunity to share my mission with the world. Thank you Matt and ADHA!
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