On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew is joined in person at RDH Under One Roof by Brooke Crouch and guest co-host Erika Flateau, RDH! Brooke talks to us about Sjogren's, xerostomia and dry mouth sharing solutions she implements and recommends to her patients to find relief. 

 

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Episode Highlights 

• Meet Erika
• Sjogren's
• Essential Products 

 

Quotes

“When you are diagnosed with one autoimmune disorder you are 4x more likely to be diagnosed with another.” 

 

“I’ve never had a cavity, ever, but I do all the things to prevent it.” 

 

“Some people accept that they are going to lose their teeth, they think that is the progression of Sjogrens, but it doesn't have to be.” 

 

“I give myself a fluoride varnish treatment every 3 months because I am high risk.” 

 

“With low salivary flow you are not clearing food debris.” 

 

“Most patients with dry mouth suffer from dry throat as well, which is tricky.” 

 

Links

 

Erika’s Email: [email protected] 

 

Brooke’s Email: [email protected]