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Today's RDH Dental Hygiene Podcast

Today's RDH
Dental Hygiene
Oral Health
Periodontal Disease
Dental Caries
Periodontitis
Dental Care
Public Health
Oral Hygiene
Cardiovascular Disease
Pregnancy
Diabetes
Oral Microbiome
Continuing Education
Obesity
Patient Education
Patient Care
Gingivitis
Dental Health
Fluoride
Dental Caries Prevention

The Today's RDH Dental Hygiene Podcast is for curious and passionate dental hygienists, students, and other dental professionals.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes1120Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Researchers Examine How Clinical Environmental Factors Impact Ergonomics in Dental Hygiene Students

By Today's RDH Research

Original article published on Today's RDH: www.todaysrdh.com/researchers-examine-how-clinical-environmental-factors-... more

Researchers Build a Smart Dental Implant that ResistsBacterial Growth

By Today's RDH Research

Original article published on Today's RDH: www.todaysrdh.com/researchers-build-a-smart-dental-implant-that-resists-bacterial-growth/

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Research Looks at Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders inDental Professionals

By Today's RDH Research

Original article published on Today's RDH: www.todaysrdh.com/new-research-looks-at-work-related-musculoskeletal-disorders-in-dental-prof... more

In this episode of Curiosity Killed the Plaque, Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPH, discusses dysphagia, what it is, who it affects, and home care recommendations for patients with dysphagia.

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Recent Guests

Spring Hatfield
RDH BSPH and author of the piece on periodontal probing and charting
Episode: Audio Article: A Dental Hygienist’s Guide to Periodontal Probing and Charting
Whitney DeFoggio
Registered dental hygienist, widely known as Teeth Talk Girl
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Hannah Neumann
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Episode: Audio Article: Senescence - How Cellular Aging May Influence Periodontal Disease
JoAnn Gurenlian
Director of Education, Research and Advocacy for the American Dental Hygienists Association; Professor Emerita at Idaho State University
American Dental Hygienists Association; Idaho State University
Episode: Hygiene Chat: Elevating the Hygienist’s Role in Prevention and Patient Motivation
Madison Bledsoe
Dental hygienist and author
Episode: Audio Article: Rural Dental Hygiene Programs - The Benefits for Students and Communities
Tanya L. Smith
RDH, author of the article linked to the episode
Episode: Audio Article: The Amazing Oral Health Benefits of Pumpkins
Marianne Jackson
RDH, guest author of the episode topic
Episode: Audio Article: Strategies for Extinguishing Burnout in Dental Hygiene
Marlee Carnes
Registered dietitian and owner of Marlee Nutrition and Fitness
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Episode: Audio Article: Mental Health Spotlight - Turning Dental Hygienists’ New Year’s Resolutions into Attainable Goals

Host

Spring Hatfield
Host of Today's RDH Dental Hygiene Podcast with a focus on practical clinical guidance and education for dental hygienists and students.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Gives me a lot to learn. Narration is great too. So nice to know about dentistry packed with intriguing information.

    Audible
    5
    Bruce
    United States2 years ago
  • Very educational

    Gives me a lot to learn. Narration is great too. So nice to know about dentistry packed with intriguing information.

    Audible
    5
    Bruce
    United States2 years ago
  • Good info

    But the speaker sounds like a robot. I always turn off within 2 min. Very impersonal, even though her voice is nice, it is too automated sounding. The pauses between the thoughts are so short, it is exhausting while listening—she doesn’t have time to breath!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NoAuMaZo
    United States4 years ago
  • This was encouraging and a true reality of the culture shock DH school is like. stick with it it's worth it!

    Audible
    5
    Carissa
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Message

    This was encouraging and a true reality of the culture shock DH school is like. stick with it it's worth it!

    Audible
    5
    Carissa
    United States4 years ago

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Many praise the actionable tips and clinically relevant content.
The show is seen as a solid resource for dental professionals seeking concise, evidence-based ideas.
Listeners appreciate CE-style episodes and the practical home-care guidance for patients.
Some listeners note the host's delivery can feel robotic and a bit stilted for long listens.

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Hygiene Chat: Elevating the Hygienist’s Role in Prevention and Patient Motivation
Q: How does the white paper address the broader prevalence of oral diseases and their impact?
It underscores the vast global burden of oral disease, with billions affected and substantial economic costs, and argues that hygienists are uniquely positioned to intervene early, educate patients, and drive behavioral change to reduce this burden.
Hygiene Chat: Elevating the Hygienist’s Role in Prevention and Patient Motivation
Q: Can you please start by giving background on how this white paper was developed and why publish it now?
A multidisciplinary panel developed the white paper to combine clinical, academic, payer, and public health perspectives, grounding it in peer-reviewed evidence and established guidelines, with the aim of creating a practical, actionable resource for everyday use by hygienists.
Audio Article: Mental Health Spotlight - Grief Can Make Holiday Dental Appointments Not so Jolly and Bright
Q: What advice do you have for sparking a conversation with dental patients about grief during the holidays?
It's important to establish trust and rapport before discussing serious topics. Most survivors welcome conversations about their deceased loved one, and it helps to talk about them.
Hygiene Chat: The Adjunctive Use of Mouthrinse
Q: What is the key takeaway from the research you and your team have conducted?
There is a significant benefit to the adjunctive use of mouth rinse when combined with mechanical measures for improved oral health outcomes.
Hygiene Chat: The Adjunctive Use of Mouthrinse
Q: How does a mechanical-only home care routine of brushing and flossing compare to a mechanical routine combined with a chemotherapeutic mouth rinse?
Mechanical plaque control is limited by the user's technique, while a mouth rinse can enhance effectiveness, especially in those who struggle with proper flossing.

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The program delivers practical, evidence‑based guidance for dental hygienists, students, and other dental professionals. Across recent episodes, topics span clinical techniques, patient communication, geriatric and special-needs care, and tech-enabled dentistry—from periodontal probing and charting to AI in radiographic analysis and engaging patient education tools. The host often blends personal experience with current research to translate complex topics into actionable steps for chairside care, practice management, and patient conversations. A notable strength is the CE-focused angle and a consistent emphasis on dignity, safety, and clear patient education, making it useful for ongoing professional development and real-world application.... more

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2. Whitney DeFoggio
3. Alex Westerhoff
4. Hannah Neumann
5. JoAnn Gurenlian
6. Madison Bledsoe
7. Tanya L. Smith
8. Marianne Jackson

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