Straight Up With Steph

By Stephanie Botts

Your podcast for real tips on healthy posture, healthy habits, and a healthy life!

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How many episodes does Straight Up With Steph have?

The podcast currently has 75 episodes available.

Straight Up With Steph episodes:

August 22, 2025Episode 64: Dental Insurance Fraud: Red Flags Every Clinician Must Know
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Do you really know how to avoid dental insurance fraud—or are you just hoping you’re not on the radar? In this eye-opening episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Dr. Paul Bornstein, a dentist, insurance consultant, and fraud expert, to discuss how even well-meaning dental professionals end up committing fraud without realizing it.
We dive into:
The most red-flagged CDT codes (including 4341 and 2391)

Real stories of audits, fines, and even jail time

What “reckless disregard” means—and how it can get you in trouble

The importance of documentation and provider manuals

Why hygienists and dentists need fraud education now more than ever

🎧 Whether you're an associate, owner, or hygienist, you need to hear this. And yes—Dr. Paul shares tips for protecting yourself (and your license) starting today.

About Dr Paul Bornstein

Connect with GUEST:
📧 [email protected]
📱 Text first: 508-380-1046
📚 Learn more: INR Seminars

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.
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52min
August 15, 2025 Episode 63: Desiccation Therapy in Dentistry: What You Need To Know
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In this episode of Straight Up with Steph, I sit down with Annie to talk about desiccation therapy—a new approach in dentistry that can make calculus removal easier while targeting harmful biofilm. Annie shares how desiccants can streamline hygiene appointments, improve patient outcomes, and even benefit restorative procedures. If you’ve ever dreaded scaling those “sheet of calculus” patients, this might just change the game for you.
About Annie
Connect with Annie:
Instagram
Website
LinkedIn

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.
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49min
August 08, 2025 Ep 62: Why We Need a PR Campaign for Dental Hygienists: The Oral Health Awareness Project
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Lisa, a passionate dental hygienist and volunteer with the Oral Health Awareness Project (OHAP), a new grassroots initiative working to educate the public on the vital role of dental hygienists. With a growing hygiene shortage and non-hygienists being trained to perform hygiene duties, the OHAP is launching a nationwide PR campaign to raise awareness, elevate the profession, and advocate for proper recognition of hygienists’ education and expertise.
Lisa and I discuss the importance of transparency in fundraising, how hygienists can actively advocate for their profession, and lessons we can learn from past successful campaigns.
About Lisa
Kick-Off Webinar
FB Group
Email: [email protected]
To watch on YouTube, click here
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.

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1h
August 01, 2025 Ep 61: Salivary Testing in Dentistry: How Spit Samples Are Transforming Preventive Oral Health Care
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by Dr. Dave, founder, CEO, and chief scientific officer of multiple biotech companies, including one dedicated to advancing salivary testing. Together, we dive straight into the latest breakthroughs in salivary diagnostics and what they could mean for the future of both dentistry and general medicine.
Dr. Dave unpacks how salivary testing has evolved to be a powerful, non-invasive alternative to traditional blood draws, capable of revealing everything from oral bacteria to markers for systemic conditions.
About Dr. Dave

Connect with Dr. Dave:
Instagram
To watch on YouTube, click here!
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.

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To connect with me:

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1h
July 25, 2025 Ep 60: Myofunctional Therapy Explained: Breathing, Oral Health, and Sleep from Childhood to Adulthood
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Ever wonder how your tongue and facial muscles impact your breathing, sleep, and even posture?
In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Kimmie, a Denver-based dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, to talk about how myofunctional therapy helps both kids and adults improve tongue posture, nasal breathing, and overall health.
We dive into signs of dysfunction, from mouth breathing to sleep apnea and TMJ pain, plus simple exercises like tongue pops and nasal hygiene that can make a big difference.
Kimmie also shares her journey building a practice and mentoring others in this fast-growing field. If you’re curious about better sleep, breathing, and facial function, this episode is for you!
Click here to watch on YouTube

About Kimmie
Connect with Kimmie:
Instagram
Facebook
Website
Google Form for (free) Myo Community Study Club
Email: [email protected]
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.

🌟Cordless polisher: Click here and use code PODCAST150 for $150 off

Click here and use code CUSHION to save 10% off all cushions🌟

To connect with me:

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1h 5min
July 18, 2025 Ep 59: Biological Hygiene Unpacked: Exploring Fluoride, Ozone Therapy, and Microscopes in Modern Dentistry
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with biological dental hygienist Barbara Tritz about the mindset behind holistic dental care.
We dive into fluoride toxicity, root causes of dental disease, and how oral health connects to the whole body. Barbara also shares tools like nano hydroxyapatite, ozone therapy, and phase contrast microscopes—plus her passion for empowering burned-out hygienists to take a whole-body approach.

About Barbara

Connect with Barbara:
Email: [email protected]
Blog
Facebook
LinkedIn

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.

🌟Cordless polisher: Click here and use code PODCAST150 for $150 off

Click here and use code CUSHION to save 10% off all cushions🌟

To connect with me:

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58min
July 11, 2025 Ep 58: Pediatric Hygiene: Tools, Tips, and Common Misconceptions
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by An Chih to dive into the world of pediatric hygiene.
Together, we take a candid look at the joys, challenges, and special skills needed to successfully care for kids. An Chih also shares her unique journey into pediatric dentistry, describes what a typical day looks like in a pediatric office, and clears up misconceptions about what working with kids truly involves. An Chih also offers advice for hygienists thinking about moving into pediatrics and shares practical tips for building rapport and trust with young patients.

About An Chih

Connect with An Chih:
Personal Instagram
Asian American Dental Hygienists Instagram
Email: [email protected]

To watch on YouTube, click here!
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.
🌟Cordless polisher: Click here and use code PODCAST150 for $150 off

Click here and use code CUSHION to save 10% off all cushions🌟

To connect with me:

🦷Polished Posture Membership
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💻My Website
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💌Newsletter signup
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55min
July 04, 2025 Ep 57: Debunking Popular Dental Myths and Handling Misinformation on Social Media
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by returning guest and online dental educator Whitney, also known as Teeth Talk Girl, to discuss the spread of dental health misinformation on social media.
Together, Whitney and I dive into all the “natural” dental trends and how we can separate dental fact from fiction. We play a rapid-fire round debunking common dental myths, discuss the science behind fluoride and dental x-rays, and talk through ways clinicians can compassionately communicate evidence-based recommendations to patients without shaming them.
About Whitney
Connect with Whitney:
Website
YouTube
Instagram
To watch on YouTube, click here
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.

🌟Cordless polisher: Click here and use code PODCAST150 for $150 off

Click here and use code CUSHION to save 10% off all cushions🌟

To connect with me:

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54min
June 27, 2025 Ep 56: ADHA Leaders Speak Out On Moves To Replace Hygienists
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Erin and Lancette, the President and President-Elect of American Dental Hygienists' Association’s (ADHA), as we talk about their ongoing initiatives, including their drive for license portability and their efforts to update standards of practice to include new technologies and airway assessments. We delve into the controversial Nevada bill, the importance of advocacy, and what “autonomy” truly means for our profession.
This episode gets honest about membership dollars, how the ADHA structures their efforts at the state and national levels, and why unity and legislative engagement are more critical than ever.
About Erin
About Lancette
Autonomy webinars:
ADHA Empowering Independence: A Journey to Professional Autonomy
ADHA From Provider to Change-Maker: The Autonomy Evolution

Podcast:
ADHA Podcast Safety & Standards Under Fire: ADHA and Nevada RDHs Rise to Legislative Defense (Ep 162)
Reports:
ADHA Workforce Growth Initiatives – April 2025
Dental Workforce Shortages: Data to Navigate Today’s Labor Market
Innovative Workforce Models

To watch on YouTube, click here

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture.
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1h 22min
June 20, 2025 Ep 55: Mastering Case Acceptance: Real Strategies to Connect and Communicate Better with Dental Patients
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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by Kim McGuire to discuss case acceptance, a topic that every dental professional faces. We explore the challenges and solutions surrounding why patients say “no” to needed treatment, how to move past the objections, and truly connect with your patients.
Kim shares actionable insights into treating patients as individuals, communicating value, and elevating trust through emotional intelligence, curiosity, and teamwork. We break down common mistakes in presenting treatment and dive into practical tips for leveraging technology such as intraoral photos, digital scans, and payment options to increase acceptance.
This episode highlights that real growth in case acceptance comes from connecting with patients on an emotional level and communicating with authenticity, empathy, and consistency.

About Kim

Connect with Kim:

LinkedIn

To watch on YouTube, click here!

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.

🌟Cordless polisher: Click here and use code PODCAST150 for $150 off

Click here and use code CUSHION to save 10% off all cushions🌟

To connect with me:

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53min

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How many episodes does Straight Up With Steph have?

The podcast currently has 75 episodes available.

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