RDH Magazine Podcast

RDH Magazine Podcast

RDH Magazine Podcast is the community of voices you love from RDH Magazine, brought to your podcast feed every week. You can expect to gain education and have the RDH Magazine community in your ears to complement the content you enjoy online and in print each month.

Episodes

Dental Ergonomics and Instrument Design

November 20, 2025 • 9 mins
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) affect up to 96% of dental hygienists, leading to pain, fatigue, and lost income. Learn how adaptive curette designs reduce pinch force, muscle strain, and discomfort—helping clinicians protect their health while maintaining efficiency. Petra Wilder-Smith, DDS, DMD, PhD Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/ergonomics/instruments-handpieces/article/55310267/dental-ergonomics-and-ins...
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Creating Sustainable Protocols for Implants

November 18, 2025 • 7 mins
More than three million dental implants are placed annually. Hygienists can help protect implant longevity with biofilm control, advanced air polishing, and patient-centered care strategies. Amber Auger, MPH, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders

https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/implant-maintenance/article/55311878/responsible-restorative-dentistry-creating-sustainable-protocols-for-implants

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A Woman with Many Hats

November 13, 2025 • 13 mins
Shelley Brown is a 2025 Award of Distinction Recipient. She is a writer, speaker, adjunct faculty, mother and wife all while keeping the balance. How does she manage success and a full schedule? 
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Military Man to RDH: Onboarded for Success

November 12, 2025 • 11 mins

Spend time with Paul Foster as he shares how he transitioned from a military career to dental hygiene. The onboarding program at Aspen Dental provided numerous benefits to him as a new graduate, and working with vendors supported his confidence. This episode is sponsored by Aspen Dental. To learn more, visit aspendental.com.

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Dentist Deletes Hygienist’s Notes, Denies SRP

November 11, 2025 • 7 mins
When a hygienist’s clinical judgment is dismissed and her documentation removed, it sparks serious questions about ethics, legal responsibility, and patient neglect. Sarah Crow, RDH
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Oral health barriers for autistic children

November 6, 2025 • 9 mins
Autistic children face unique oral health challenges. Dental professionals and occupational therapists can collaborate to improve care, comfort, and outcomes in dental settings. Samantha Stanley, OTD, OTR/L Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55300461/ot-and-rdh-collaboration-can-break-down-oral-health-barriers-for-autistic-children
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RDH's Role in codiscovery and medical billing in dentistry

November 4, 2025 • 9 mins

Dental hygienists are transforming dentistry by bridging clinical care and medical billing, boosting patient outcomes, reducing write-offs, and strengthening practice profitability through comprehensive assessments and codiscovery.

Kandra Sellers, BA, RDH

Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/insurance/article/55311212/why-dental-hygienists-are-essential-for-codiscovery-and-medical-billing-in-dentistry

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Human Trafficking: What to look For with Kandice Swarthout

October 30, 2025 • 12 mins
Kandice Swarthout has a passion to drive change and make us all aware of the dangers of human trafficking and watch for signs.  In addition, she lives a busy professional and personal life, but has found balance in a healthy diet and morning walks.
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How dentistry’s treatment of lab techs mirrors today’s attacks on hygienists

October 28, 2025 • 15 mins
Organized dentistry’s history of undermining credentialed professions reveals systemic failures, hidden risks, and patient harm—raising urgent questions about oversight, accountability, and the future of dental hygiene. Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHA Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55312066/lessons-from-the-past-how-dentistrys-treatment-of-lab-techs-mirrors-todays-attacks-on...
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Decoding the language of clinical attachment: What every hygienist needs to know

October 23, 2025 • 14 mins
Clinical attachment level versus clinical attachment loss—what’s the difference? Discover why this distinction is vital for accurate periodontal diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning, and how understanding it can improve patient outcomes. Marianne Dryer, MEd, RDH ,  Katrina M. Sanders-Stewart, MEd, BSDH, RDH, RF Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55310252/decoding-the-language-of-clinical...
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What is Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome and its oral manifestations?

October 21, 2025 • 8 mins
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, linked to alcohol abuse and malnutrition, presents neurological and oral health risks. Dental hygienists can play a role in recognition and intervention. Robyn Lynn Hack, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55317603/what-is-wernicke-korsakoff-syndrome-and-its-oral-manifestations
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Positive Momentum - Fulfilling Dreams in Dental Hygiene

October 16, 2025 • 10 mins
25 Award of Distinction recipient Letita Hill shares her journey with students and new graduates. Providing positive momentum to go after happiness and fulfill your dreams.
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Eosinophilic esophagitis: What dental professionals need to know

October 14, 2025 • 9 mins
Could that “reflux” patient have eosinophilic esophagitis? Why this overlooked disease matters in dentistry. Tracee S. Dahm, MS, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/article/55303787/eosinophilic-esophagitis-what-dental-professionals-need-to-know
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A Story of Passion and Beyond with LaVal Lucas Perry

October 10, 2025 • 10 mins

Spend time with LaVal Lucas Perry as he shares how he found his passion in dental hygiene! Joining Aspen Dental and becoming a lead hygienist while his mentoring skills were put to use teaching hygienists about new technologies and the benefits. This episode is sponsored by Aspen Dental. To learn more visit www.aspendental.com

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From Brand Ambassador to Full Time Employee

October 9, 2025 • 13 mins
From a BURST Ambassador to a full time employee. How did Dominic Castro's knowledge of social media advance his role and landed him traveling to Ireland to promote a product launch.
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Insights behind Achievement with Debora Carrier, RDH

October 7, 2025 • 10 mins
Debora Carrier, 2025 Award of Distinction recipient, shares her experience after being recognized for her achievements and provides her insights into the process of nominating yourself or another.
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Clinical Tips: Periodontal microscopy and endoscopy

October 2, 2025 • 5 mins
Do you know about these alternatives to traditional microscopic loupes? Bethany Montoya, RDH, shares three types of magnification technology you don't need to see to believe in their effectiveness. Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55301287/clinical-tips-periodontal-microscopy-and-endoscopy
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The Best Fit: Transitioning from Private Practice to DSO

September 30, 2025 • 13 mins
Dominic Castro discusses working with a DSO.  What was his transition from a private practice, and what benefits led him to realize that this was the best place to share his expertise.
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Doors Opened by the Periodontal Endoscope

September 25, 2025 • 12 mins
When Melanie Boyd mastered the use of a periodontal endoscope, she had no idea how it would transition her professional role.  Now, as a business owner, she is hired by dental offices to treat their periodontal cases.  Learn how you could do the same.
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The Bright Side: Fee for Service Practice

September 23, 2025 • 12 mins
Dr.Brian Edwards has built a practice around trust, autonomy, and genuine collaboration with his dental hygienists and team.  Becoming a fee-for-service practice provided challenges but offered more rewards.
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