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A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Jessica Atkinson, RDH and David Torres CRDH
Dental Hygiene
Oral Health
Patient Care
Periodontal Disease
Dentistry
Perio Protect
Dental Health
Periodontitis
Fluoride
Biofilm
Xerostomia
Nanohydroxyapatite
Dental Assistants
Dental Practices
Dental Implants
Gum Disease
ADHA
Oral Microbiome
RDH Under One Roof
Nutrition

We created A Tale of Two Hygienists in 2015 because we are passionate about helping our fellow clinicians be the best version of themselves, both professionally and personally. We Interview experts in their fields to provide better care for our patients while promoting the joys of being a dental hygienist.

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What if the biggest challenge facing dental hygiene education isn't recruitment or curriculum—but burnout?

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome Jasmin Haley for a conversation about the emotional and professional de... more

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Dr. Glenn Canares, DDS, MSD, to explore how psychological safety transforms learning environments, why there's a critical difference between being nice and being kind, and ho... more

Why do so many dental professionals struggle with instrument sharpening, and what impact does it have on patient care, efficiency, and instrument longevity?

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Glenn Canares
Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Maryland and residency program director of pediatric dentistry
University of Maryland
Episode: 551 Kindness in Education: Teaching the Whole Person
Jenny Simoncelli
Inside Sales Manager for Nordent Manufacturing
Nordent Manufacturing
Episode: Nordent Podcast-Chat: The sharpening Mistake Costing Dental Practices Time and Money.
Sara Taft
Dental hygienist with over 20 years of experience, board and accreditation educator
Episode: 550 Tracking What Matters: Measuring Student Competence for CODA Accreditation
Dr. Jen
Dentist focused on bio-emimetics and fluoride-free alternatives
Dr. Jen Oral Care
Episode: Not All 10% Nanohydroxyapatite Toothpastes Are Created Equal
Ashley Kear
Guest, discussed in book club context
Dental hygienist and author/advocate
Episode: 549 Why Every Hygienist Should Read "Red Rising"
Dr. John M. Cutter
Leader in TeethCloud.org and longtime dentistry professional from the Philippines
TeethCloud.org
Episode: 548 Mission Trips: When Good Intentions Meet Ethical Responsibility
Jenell Robins
Dental hygienist with 20+ years of clinical experience and oral health educator at Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Children's Hospital, pediatric oncology/hematology teams
Episode: 547 Beyond the Dental Chair: Oral Health in Hospital and Medical Settings
Candi Kidd
Dental hygiene educator and advocate, special needs mom
Harvard Dental School partner, Boston Children's Hospital collaboration
Episode: 546 Meeting the Oral Health Needs of Patients With Special Needs
Richard Robinson
Founder and executive director of MyWy; nonprofit advocate and dental hygienist
MyWy
Episode: 545 Access Is Built, Not Given: Community Outreach as Preventive Care

Hosts

David Torres
Host of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast; guides conversations and introduces topics with guests
Jessica Atkinson
Co-host who engages with guests and shares clinical insights; helps shape episode flow

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 266 ratings
  • Please be more critical

    Please ask more critical questions of guests, especially when they introduce new products. Otherwise I have to do this on my own time. For interest, on the discussion of Clinpro, I wanted to know both how it compared to other fluoride varnishes in studies and how likely the fluoride was to enter the bloodstream and cause dosage concerns in kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AE Marling
    United States17 days ago
  • Why change it?!?!

    I absolutely loved this podcast. However, I can't stand it now. I HATE the new hosts. I feel like I'm listening to a high schoolers podcast. Absolutely awful. I tried giving it a chance, but it's worse and worse every episode.... you guys lost me. If you bring back Andrew I'll be back.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Checks this out
    United States5 months ago
  • Occasionally informative

    I started listening to this when I began DH school I thought it would be useful to keep up with DH products and the profession. I started to realize the host Andrew is constantly putting his personal opinion and not really shining a positive impact on the DH profession, prefer to listen to episodes when it’s other hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    FL CRDH
    United States2 years ago
  • Don’t waste your time

    This podcast is horrible. 3 hygienists talking over each other and can’t even pronounce words correctly. 🤦🏼‍♀️unnecessary cussing all just makes you sound unprofessional. Don’t waste your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cwreggs
    United States2 years ago
  • Absolutely Love

    I have been a hygienist for while and love what I do. I am new listening to this podcast and I am so glad I found it. I listen on my drives to work and kid functions. It helps to keep me updated on what’s happening in the hygiene world and it’s fun. I even send some of the podcast to my hygiene Divas txt group.

    Update- The Hygiene Diva txt group still loves Tale of Two Hygienist ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FoofMeg
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate real-world dental hygiene focus and actionable takeaways.
Engaging, practical, and current with meaningful guest insights.
A balanced mix of clinical and policy topics keeps content fresh and relevant.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

545 Access Is Built, Not Given: Community Outreach as Preventive Care
Q: Can you paint me a picture of what really matters for oral health care in the system and what it could look like, honestly about how far we are from it?
Richard emphasizes more autonomy for dental hygienists, stronger collaboration with hospitals and schools, and a nationwide, outreach-led approach that places prevention at the center of care, with communities having access to dental homes and education.
548 Mission Trips: When Good Intentions Meet Ethical Responsibility
Q: Why is data and consent so important in mission trips?
Data and consent are essential to understand impact, protect patient rights, and ensure that care delivered translates into sustainable benefits rather than short-term relief.
548 Mission Trips: When Good Intentions Meet Ethical Responsibility
Q: What are the first questions to ask when vetting a mission trip organization?
Ask about the organization's history, whether they vet providers, if all clinicians are licensed and inoculated, whether they collect data on outcomes, and how they ensure continuity of care after the team's departure.
Parkell Podcast-Chat: Clinical Innovation with DuraTip – Using Ultrasonics Well: Efficiency, Ergonomics, and Patient Comfort
Q: Can DuraTips be used with different ultrasonic units or only Parkell units?
DuraTips are designed to work with all ultrasonic scalers at 30 kHz and can be used with many units, including Parkell's TurboSensor Plus 360, without changing the insert.
Parkell Podcast-Chat: Clinical Innovation with DuraTip – Using Ultrasonics Well: Efficiency, Ergonomics, and Patient Comfort
Q: Is there a differentiation between performance and wear guidance for the DuraTip?
Yes, the DuraTip uses a single three-millimeter performance line with color-coded guides, making it easier to assess when to replace while maintaining consistent cleaning performance.

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The show centers on dental hygiene, clinical practice, education, and advocacy, with episodes ranging from practical patient-care tactics to policy and workforce changes. Listeners can expect candid conversations with hygenists, dentists, and educators about staying current on clinical standards, improving patient communication, navigating legislation, and exploring new products or tech that impact everyday care. Noteworthy are its recurring deep-dives into oral cancer screening, autonomy in the profession, and real-world stories that connect clinical detail with personal and professional growth. The format often weaves practical tips, motivational insights, and industry context into engaging discussions that aim to empower clinicians and e... more

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2. Jenny Simoncelli
3. Sara Taft
4. Dr. Jen
5. Ashley Kear
6. Dr. John M. Cutter
7. Jenell Robins
8. Candi Kidd

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