Straight Up With Steph

Today, in part two of a two-episode series with my friend and corrective exercise specialist Brianne, we debunked myths about group fitness, posture bras, and bulking up.

We also discussed exercises both to avoid and ones to focus on for hygienists.

Brianne has been a Personal Trainer for 12 years and has various certifications, including Corrective Exercise Specialist, and is currently pursuing her Biomechanics Specialist Certificate.

She has been helping RDHs since 2022 and has worked with over 150 clients nationwide and in Canada.

Her Lift for Longevity method helps to correct muscle imbalances and restore posture to alleviate pain without having to rely on temporary fixes. Her goal is to empower and educate RDHs on how to take control of their physical health by building a balanced body that is both strong and resilient to enjoy life in and outside the op.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - How Our Injuries Start
3:55 - The Issue With Group Fitness
7:18 - Two Exercises to Avoid
14:37 - Areas For Hygienists to Focus On
19:40 - Afraid of Bulking Up?
23:04 - What About Posture Bras?
24:47 - How to Reach Brianne

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Today, in part one of a two-episode series with my friend and corrective exercise specialist Brianne, we chatted about the musculoskeletal issues hygienists face and how she helps them.

Brianne has been a Personal Trainer for 12 years and has various certifications, including Corrective Exercise Specialist, and is currently pursuing her Biomechanics Specialist Certificate.

She has been helping RDHs since 2022 and has worked with over 150 clients nationwide and in Canada.

Her Lift for Longevity method helps to correct muscle imbalances and restore posture to alleviate pain without having to rely on temporary fixes. Her goal is to empower and educate RDHs on how to take control of their physical health by building a balanced body that is both strong and resilient to enjoy life in and outside the op.

To watch on Youtube, click here

To learn more about Brianne:

➡️Instagram
➡️Website
🎧Podcast

🆓 Free Balanced Hygienist Toolkit

00:00 - How We Met
3:35 - What is Corrective Exercise?
8:14 - What Are Muscle Imbalances?
13:52 - How Brianne Started Helping RDH's
16:57 - Common Muscle Imbalances in RDH's
29:56 - Episode Two Preview

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Today, my friend Britt and I chat about how we met, the ups and downs of dental conferences, being a content creator, and more.

Britt is the creator of BrushwithBritt, a practicing hygienist, content creator, podcast host, speaker, writer, and more!

We discuss some things about attending shows and being online that may surprise you; be sure to tune in!

To learn more about Britt:

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➡️TikTok
📨Email: [email protected]

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Chapters:
00:00 - Britt and I catch up
6:37 - How she became a hygienist
13:09 - Going to Korea and Winning the World Hygienist Award
18:08 - Navigating the Post-Conference Blues
29:20 - Challenges and Rewards of Being a Content Creator
40:57 - What's Coming Up?
41:47 - What Would Britt Have Done Differently?

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Thank you for watching! 

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Today, I give you tips on patient positioning to reduce your pain and increase good ergonomics and efficiency.

I demo occlusal plane placement and the difference between regular and ergonomic loupes.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Why patient positioning is crucial for YOU
6:58 - On-demand course info
8:15 - Your elbow as a guide
9:49 - Maxillary positioning
12:29 - Cushion placement
13:30 - Direct your patient and adjust chair level
14:14 - Mandibular positioning
17:54 - Pedo patients
20:22 - Elderly patients
21:50 - My personal sequence
24:17 - Tricks for leaning patients back
29:23 - When the patient is too high: regular loupes
30:06 - When the patient is too high: ergonomic loupes
30:39 - Stop being perfect

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Hi!

I have had many questions from followers about doing something outside of the operatory.

I'm sharing what I know in today's episode, I hope you enjoy it!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Curious about alternative careers?
2:00 - My experience
5:49 - Crucial questions to ask yourself
9:25 - Want to be a speaker?
11:50 - Becoming a content creator
14:30 - Becoming an instructor
15:46 - Working for dental companies

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Today, we're dispelling myths about alcohol and discussing how it affects our physical and mental health.

I hope you enjoy!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro
4:02 - Why I gave up alcohol
14:47 - Myth #1: Alcohol is only bad for "alcoholics"
17:42 - What alcohol actually does in the body
21:19 - Myth #2: Alcohol helps us sleep
29:05 - Myth #3: "It's okay to get drunk on the weekends since I don't drink all week"
32:29 - Myth #4: Alcohol helps with depression & anxiety
36:37 - Myth #5: "Alcoholism" is rare
38:32 - How to know if someone has Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
40:19 - Risk factors for AUD
42:04 - Myth #6: Alcohol is heart healthy
43:51 - How alcohol affects our weight
46:10 - Alcohol & cancer
49:40 - Alcohol & the gut
51:01 - Alcohol & hormones
53:20 - Alcohol is different for women
55:19 - Alcohol & dental clinicians
57:48 - Tips for cutting back or quitting
59:58 - Physical & mental benefits of cutting back or quitting
01:00:58 - My 2 tips for talking to patients about alcohol

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As a dental hygienist of 16 years, I'm excited to share what I wish I would have known as a new grad!

Congrats on graduating school and I hope these tips are helpful.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro
2:31 - From School to the Office
6:33 - Office Red Flags
10:05 - Office Green Flags
14:10 - Pay Isn't Everything
15:21 - Time Management
18:50 - Be a Sponge
19:14 -  Let Go of Perfection
22:00 - Importance of Networking
25:42 - Taking CE
27:45 - Importance of Ergonomics
31:07 - Ergonomic Loupes
32:35 - Your Stool
34:32 - Suction Devices
35:18 - Ergonomic Instruments
35:33 - Cordless Polishers
37:30 - Final Thoughts

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Today's episode we are discussing my favorite ergonomic products for dental clinicians!

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00:00 - Intro
2:26 - Hearing Protection
4:32 - Ergonomic Loupes
9:14 - Ergonomic Seating
14:29 - Suction Devices
16:42 - Ergonomic Instruments
20:49 - Cordless Handpieces
22:23 - Electric Handpieces
24:13 - Voice Activated Charting
26:19 - Wrap Up

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 Today's episode is covering the Top 5 ergonomic mistakes I've seen doing assessments over the past few years.

 00:00 Intro
01:56 Not Establishing Neutral Posture
06:19 Twisting and Reaching
12:38 Not Taking Microbreaks
16:23 Improper Patient Positioning
21:14 Excessive Grip
23:46 Recap

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Patient Positioning Posts:
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 Hi, I'm Stephanie, a practicing dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist. I help dental and office workers with their ergonomics and posture through my company, Polished Posture.

In this episode, we discuss hand/wrist pain and how this ONE habit could be the cause of it all. Plus I give tips on ergonomic instruments, my pet peeve about mirrors, and why you need suction devices. I included my favorite forearm microbreak at the end!

 00:00 - Intro
5:36 - Carpal Tunnel Vs. Wrist Tendonitis
12:29 - The Death Grip
13:44 - Ergonomic Instruments
16:33 - Why You need a Suction Device
18:19 - My Favorite Forearm Microbreak
21:20 - Final Thoughts and Tip for Your Day!

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