Sep 30, 2026
Every patient who sits in our chair brings more than just a mouth with them. Hormones, bone health, medications, and life stage can all influence what we see clinically.
In this episode, Jessica and Dave explore the connection between hormonal changes, bone health, and oral health—and why dental hygienists play an...
Sep 26, 2026
Jessica and Dave welcome Dr. Pamela Ray to discuss how hygienists can improve periodontal communication, help patients take ownership of their disease, and guide them toward informed decisions about their health.
This episode was brought to you by our friends at Net32.
What We Talked About:
Overcoming barriers to...
Sep 23, 2026
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) affect millions of patients, yet they remain widely misunderstood.
In this episode, Jessica and Dave explore a new way of thinking about TMD with Dr. Anthony Urbanek. After 36 years of performing TMJ surgery, Dr. Urbanek stopped and began researching the disease to better understand...
Sep 19, 2026
In this tipisode, Amanda Hill - RDH explores the importance of biology-driven home care recommendations and why a one-size-fits-all approach may not meet every patient’s needs.
From chronic inflammation and acute healing to xerostomia and remineralization, Amanda discusses how hygienists can match home care products...
Sep 19, 2026
Orthodontic treatment can make oral hygiene more challenging, with brackets and aligner attachments creating areas where biofilm can accumulate and contribute to demineralization and white spot lesions.
This episode was brought to you by our friends at Solventum.
In this episode, Jessica Atkinson and Dave Torres...