Amid a nationwide dental hygienist shortage, nearly 40% of practices are struggling to fill positions. How can we improve patient care through dentist-hygienist communication?

Sally Aube, MSDH, RDH, CDA,

 

Read by Jackie Sanders 

https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55261519/enhancing-patient-treatment-outcomes-through-effective-dentist-hygienist-communication

This hygienist debunks four myths she learned in dental hygiene school and heard over the years about implant maintenance and offers some practical tips to provide the best implant care for patients.

Amy Lemons, MEd, BSDH, RDH

Read by Jackie Sanders 

https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55259759/debunking-myths-about-dental-implant-maintenance 

White coat hypertension at the dentist’s office is a serious condition that requires further monitoring and evaluation to ensure heart health. Dental hygienists can mitigate risk by discussing the risk factors of high blood pressure with patients.

Erika Lauren Serrano, RDH

Read by Jackie Sanders

Link to Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55264870/white-coat-hypertension-not-a-benign-condition

How can you become an IAOM Board Certified Orofacial Myoloigist and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.  Listen to Joy Lantz story.

As a profession, we’re in dire need of a strong association, as we are challenged routinely. But why the low membership in the ADHA, and how can interest be revived?

Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, Chief editor, RDH magazine

Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH 

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https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55270913/the-adha-is-not-under-attack-hygienists-are-asking-for-change

Vaping and the brain: Exposing the hidden risks

The effects of vaping on oral and overall health are still being studied. But enough negative effects have been shown for dental hygienists to discuss them with their patients who vape.

Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH

Read by Jackie Sanders

https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/patient-education/article/55263799/vaping-and-the-brain-exposing-the-hidden-risks

Are you ready to spark bold and informed conversations, disrupt entrenched norms, and drive meaningful systemic change? Then don't miss this upcoming series of articles in RDH magazine about hygienists' autonomy.

Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHA

Read by Jackie Sanders

Article Link: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55265894/breaking-chains-the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy?page=1&filters={%22page%22:1,%22status%22:[%221%22],%22impliedSchedules%22:true}&sort=published

Did you know you can renew your CPR certification from the comfort of your own home and on your own timeline.  Deb Carrier shares information on a virtual certification program.

If you've ever felt boxed in by dental office culture, this article explores how dental hygienists can reclaim their role, elevate patient care, and find the right practice fit to thrive.

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

Read by Jackie Sanders 

As reaching underserved populations moves more to the forefront, the role of the RDHAP is catching on. While unique to California, more states are paying attention to this independent hygiene role.

Jaymie Britt, BSDH, RDH, RDHAP

Read by Jackie Sanders

https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55249166/the-registered-dental-hygienist-in-alternative-practice-rdhaps-value-in-community-outreach