On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew is joined by Dr. Doug Thompson and return guest co-host Machell Hudson, RDH! Dr. Thompson talks to us about how he uses integrative dentistry in his practice to ensure that he and his team do the best they can to control the patients oral microbiome and reduce disease. 

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Episode Highlights

• Dr. Thompsons Background
• Integrative Dentistry
• Kois
• Salivary Diagnostics
• Wellness Dentistry Network 
• Monetizing 

 

Quotes

“Some of these microbes travel around the body and cause other problems.” 

“We are now up to 57 systemic diseases caused by oral pathogens.” 

“We in the dental field need to be thinking about controlling the oral microbiome, if we could get a handle on that we wouldn't have so many sick people.”

“I can’t tell you how many times patients tell me that they have never been evaluated this way before.” 

“If yeast and viruses are new to you as a hygienist, read the recent research.”

“Yeast is a beast.” 

“These biofilm diseases are not easy to manage, you need to know your treatment plan and how you are going to present it to the patient.” 

“Empower your team, and turn them loose and let them monetize it for you.” 

“This is the future of dentistry.” 

 

Links

[email protected]

https://www.koiscenter.com/ 

OraRisk® Candida https://www.oraldna.com/test/ocanspgx/ 

https://wellnessdentistrynetwork.com/