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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
Fluoride
Periodontitis
Dental Health
Xerostomia
Nanohydroxyapatite
Oral Microbiome
Dental Assistants
Biofilm
Dental Implants
Gum Disease
ADHA
RDH Under One Roof
Nutrition
Patient Communication

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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In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Dr. Lee Sheldon to take a closer look at nonsurgical periodontal therapy and what it takes to deliver exceptional periodontal care. They explore clinical techniques, dentist-... more

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Camille Zenobia to explore the growing science behind the oral microbiome and its connection to overall health.

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How the oral microbiome influences ov... more

JoAnn Gurenlian returns to explore two essential parts of the dental hygiene process of care: evaluation and documentation. What may feel like routine clinical responsibilities can have a lasting impact on patient safety, continuity of care, professi... more

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave explore what happens after assessment and diagnosis: turning clinical findings into meaningful, individualized care. Karen Palleschi and Jennifer Pieren discuss how dental hygienists can u... more

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Recent Guests

Camille Zenobia
Microbiologist with a PhD who has worked in academia and the dental products industry
Colgate
Episode: 563 It's Not Just Your Teeth: The Oral Microbiome's Hidden Influence
JoAnn Gurenlian
Director of Education, Research, and Advocacy for the American Dental Hygienists' Association and Professor Emerita at Idaho State University
American Dental Hygienists' Association
Episode: 562 Evaluation & Documentation: Protecting Patients and Providers
Jennifer Pieren
Dental hygiene educator, author, speaker, and researcher with more than 25 years of experience
Youngstown State University
Episode: 561 Diagnosis to Direction: Planning & Implementing Person-Centered Care
Karen Palleschi
Professor emeritus with more than 40 years in dental hygiene, including 38 years in academia
Episode: 561 Diagnosis to Direction: Planning & Implementing Person-Centered Care
Darlene Swigart
Expanded Practice Dental Hygienist and associate professor of dental hygiene at Oregon Institute of Technology
Oregon Institute of Technology
Episode: 560 From Data to Decisions: Assessment & Diagnosis in Dental Hygiene
Ann Eshenaur Spolarich
Professor and assistant dean for research at Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health
Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health
Episode: 560 From Data to Decisions: Assessment & Diagnosis in Dental Hygiene
Kristen Evans
PHRDH, registered dental hygienist with 30+ years of experience, national speaker and educator focused on oral-systemic health, hormones, and bone health
PHRDH / Speaker
Episode: 558 Bone Health, Hormones, and the Clinician Behind the Care
Dr. Pamela S. Ray
Board certified periodontist; Chief Clinical Officer of Net32
Net32
Episode: Net32 Podcast Chat- Periodontal Communication and Seed Planting- guiding a path to health
Tony Urbanek
Expert on TMD, CEO of TMJ Services
TMJ Services
Episode: 557 Changing the Paradigm for Treating TMD

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 267 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.

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    5
    AE Marling
    United States3 months 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.

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    Checks this out
    United States8 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

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    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.

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    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 ❤️

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    FoofMeg
    United States3 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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563 It's Not Just Your Teeth: The Oral Microbiome's Hidden Influence
Q: Can you speak from a microbiology perspective on the efficacy of mechanical removal? I'm just talking about like a dry toothbrush, guys.
Zenobia explains that physical removal reduces the total inflammatory stimulus, or adjuvant dose, giving the immune system time to recover and respond more appropriately.
563 It's Not Just Your Teeth: The Oral Microbiome's Hidden Influence
Q: If I had a patient in my chair, stage 2, grade B periodontitis, right? We have an active infection happening. How do I help them understand this process in a way that is actionable outside of my regular offering?
Zenobia recommends explaining that the mouth helps surveil the environment and train the immune system. Chronic inflammation can shape immune responses, so care should focus on restoring a healthier oral environment and adjusting hygiene approaches to the patient's needs.
562 Evaluation & Documentation: Protecting Patients and Providers
Q: What are some of the best practices that you can kind of give me as far as documenting?
Use templates or other guideposts, have another person review notes using the Good Witness Test, and make time to complete records carefully and accurately.
562 Evaluation & Documentation: Protecting Patients and Providers
Q: What is the role of that connection of evaluation and documentation within the dental hygiene process of care, JoAnn?
Evaluation shows whether care-plan goals have been met and whether patients need continued care, while documentation records outcomes and decisions for the patient and other providers.
561 Diagnosis to Direction: Planning & Implementing Person-Centered Care
Q: How do we implement these things without letting it fall short, and how do we move past the collector stage to the implementing stage?
Build clinical confidence through education, mentorship, professional standards, and experience, then communicate diagnoses clearly and involve patients in individualized care planning.

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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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4. Karen Palleschi
5. Darlene Swigart
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