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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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, RDHKatrina 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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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