Nov 14, 2025
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 multiple locations, and the impact on patients' outcomes and
retention.
**In Partnership with PerioProtect visit http://www.Perioprotect.com
Key Topics Discussed:
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Introduction to Perio Protect:
How Dr. Sadie was introduced to Perio Protect and her initial experiences after a colleague recommended it in 2018. -
Implementing Perio Protect:
Transition from selective case usage to a comprehensive protocol adopted across five practice locations. -
Benefits and Expanded Applications:
Improvements in patient outcomes such as reduced bleeding, better pocket depths, and successful management of difficult cases (like unknown gum etiologies and patients on seizure medications). -
Patient Motivation and Maintenance:
Discussion on how seeing improvements with Perio Protect motivates patients to maintain better oral hygiene, leading to long-term gum health and even saving teeth from extraction. -
Use with Implant Patients:
Evolution from using Perio Protect only for cases of peri-implantitis to proactively recommending it for all implant maintenance. -
Case Presentation Tips:
Dr. Sadie shares strategies to introduce Perio Protect to patients—including using testimonial videos and explaining the science behind hydrogen peroxide as an adjunctive tool.
Notable Quotes:
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"I thought it was just for scaling and root planings, maybe just hygiene patients. But as I started seeing positive results...I started implementing it for all my perio patients." —
Dr. Sadie -
"It's motivating...for the patients to see that." —
Dr. Sadie -
"The hardest part for clinicians who are just getting started with Perio Protect is case presentation."
Action Items for Listeners:
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Consider how adjunctive therapy like Perio Protect can enhance your workflow and patient outcomes.
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Use patient testimonials and clear explanations to boost case acceptance.
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A Tale of Two Hygienists, brought to you by Endeavor Business
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