Rephonic
Artwork for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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
RDH Under One Roof
Fluoride
Biofilm
Xerostomia
ADHA
Dental Assistants
Dental Practices
Local Anesthesia
Oral Microbiome
Dental Implants
Gum Disease
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.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes1210Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Life SciencesHealth & FitnessMedicineScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Latest Episodes

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome Candi Kidd, RDH, BSDH, MEd, to discuss the unique challenges patients with special healthcare needs face when accessing oral healthcare. From medically complex and tube-fed patient... more

What if the biggest challenge in oral healthcare isn't clinical knowledge—but access?

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Richard Robinson, BS, RDH, to discuss how community outreach is transforming preventiv... more

In this special bonus episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome back Noel and Richard Paschke, better known as Mr. and Mrs. Ultrasonics, for a deep dive into ultrasonic insert performance, wear, and innovation.

The Paschkes expl... more

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome back Noel and Richard Paschke, better known as Mr. and Mrs. Ultrasonics.

Together, they break down the science behind ultrasonic instrumentation, separating fact from fiction on ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

RDH Magazine Podcast
RDH Magazine Podcastrdhmagazinepodcast
Hygiene Rising
Hygiene RisingAmerican Dental Hygienists' Association
Tooth or Dare Podcast
Tooth or Dare PodcastIrene Iancu @Toothlife.Irene

Recent Guests

Richard Paschke
Inventor of DuraTip, patent holder
Parkell
Episode: Parkell Podcast-Chat: Clinical Innovation with DuraTip – Using Ultrasonics Well: Efficiency, Ergonomics, and Patient Comfort
Rich Paschke
Ultrasonic engineer and designer; co-creator of Mr. & Mrs. Ultrasonics
Densply, Ultrasonic technology developer
Episode: 543 The Origin Story- Mr. & Mrs. Ultrasonics: How the Paschkes Changed the Way We Scale
Noel Paschke
Dental hygienist, educator, writer for RDH magazine; pioneer in dental ultrasonic technology
Densply, RDH Magazine
Episode: 543 The Origin Story- Mr. & Mrs. Ultrasonics: How the Paschkes Changed the Way We Scale
Sam Low
Periodontist, expert in xerostomia research and Periosciences collaborator
University of Florida College of Dentistry; Periosciences
Episode: Why Dry Mouth Is More Than Just a Lack of Saliva: New Insights into Xerostomia Care
Emily Boge
Clinician, educator, and innovator in dental instrumentation
Episode: 542 The Art of the Stroke: Hand Instrumentation in Dental Hygiene
Alison Stahl
Registered dental hygienist focused on implantology for 10+ years; educator and speaker
Precision Parry Implant Academy / Claire Choice and Straumann
Episode: 541 Implant Instrumentation: Preserving the Implant While Treating the Patient — From Single Implants to Full-Arch Fixed Prostheses
Billie Lunt
Dental hygienist, educator, entrepreneur, podcaster, examiner
Episode: 539 You're Not a Student Anymore — Advocating for Yourself as a Professional
Kevin Lopez
One of the episode guests; dental hygiene professional with experience in education, industry, and clinic
[mentioned in episode]
Episode: 538 Clinic Isn't the Real World — But It Wasn't Useless Either
Melia Lewis
Owner/Operator of Hydrian Edge; Co-owner of Acute Dental Sharpening; adjunct at Colorado Northwestern Community College; clinician at Aspen Heights Dental
Hydrian Edge; Acute Dental Sharpening; Colorado Northwestern Community College; Aspen Heights Dental
Episode: 536 Caring for the Cancer Patient

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
  • 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 States4 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 Statesa year 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
  • Please get a new intro song

    Good podcast, great info, please get a new intro song

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    tnm78954668
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Parkell Podcast-Chat: Clinical Innovation with DuraTip – Using Ultrasonics Well: Efficiency, Ergonomics, and Patient Comfort
Q: What problem in the dental hygiene world did DuraTip solve?
It provides uniform energy transfer across the tip's life so performance remains consistent even as wear progresses, reducing wear-related variability and improving overall cleaning efficiency.
543 The Origin Story- Mr. & Mrs. Ultrasonics: How the Paschkes Changed the Way We Scale
Q: What is one example of a product development idea that came from this collaboration?
The handheld ultrasonic scaler concept, self-contained water, and portable design emerged from marrying clinical needs with engineering innovation, leading to new patents and future US patent considerations.
543 The Origin Story- Mr. & Mrs. Ultrasonics: How the Paschkes Changed the Way We Scale
Q: What is your approach to working together as a team?
We combine Noel's clinical insight with Rich's engineering perspective, moving from a top-down to a bottom-up design approach by listening to end-users and patients to guide product development.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

What is A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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

Where can I find podcast stats for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast:

1. Today's RDH Dental Hygiene Podcast
2. RDH Magazine Podcast
3. Hygiene Rising
4. The Mel Robbins Podcast
5. Tooth or Dare Podcast

How many episodes of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast are there?

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast launched 11 years ago and published 1210 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast?

Recent guests on A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast include:

1. Richard Paschke
2. Rich Paschke
3. Noel Paschke
4. Sam Low
5. Emily Boge
6. Alison Stahl
7. Billie Lunt
8. Kevin Lopez

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days