Have you ever heard of nanosilver technology in dentistry? Do you know that it's being used in oral care products with incredible outcomes compared to conventional products? If not, join Emma in this episode with the incredibly knowledgeable Dr Ryan Nolan.

Ryan Nolan, DMD is a researcher who is leading the way with preventative oral care. He attended the University of Illinois in Chicago, where he majored in Chemistry before attending dental school at Midwestern University in the USA. Fun fact: Ryan spent a few years of his life in Australia...tune in to see if he still has his Australian accent.

With his chemistry background, Ryan realised there was so much more innovation to be explored with oral care products. He partnered with a dental school colleague and began to unravel how they could spearhead revolutionary dental hygiene products. After a result of their breakthrough findings, Elementa was born, an oral care company focusing on cutting edge plant-based nanotechnology. It is designed to immediately neutralize all oral acid in your mouth while killing acid-causing bacteria...tune in to learn WHY you should incorporate nanosilver into your patient's at home regimes.

HIGHLIGHTS:

- What is nano silver?

- How is nanosilver beneficial?

- Why dentists NEED to value their hygiene department

- How pregnancy affects the microbiome

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“Everyone in dentistry has neck or back pain” Every dental professional has heard this comment but is it a guarantee with our profession??

Dental practitioners are indeed and unfortunately at high risk for musculoskeletal disorders and chronic pain which can lead to decreased career satisfaction, reduced income, and early retirement.

But there are ways to combat this. In this episode, Emma is joined by Steph Botts, a RDH of 13 years, international speaker and founder of Polished Posture.

Steph unpacks some hard hitting truths about the consequences of poor ergonomics . She shares her top tips and advice on how you can improve your own ergonomics, her highly recommended list of products you should invest in and why you should invest in ergo loupes vs. regular loupes.

Plus - Steph shares tips to avoid stretching and twisting in the clinical setting and the CORRECT way to use a saddle stool.

If you have not been prioritising your ergonomics, this episode was made for you!

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I know the feeling. Sometimes there are days where you question if dentistry was the right choice for you or you’re feeling overwhelmed with the pressures of being a dental student new graduate clinician or you’re working in an environment you know is not aligning with your values or ethics. The good news is, there are mindful ways to conquer these and practical changes you can make to channel these challenges for the better.

In this episode, Emma is joined by The Limitless Dentist, Kaejenn Chia, a dentist and mental wellbeing advocate, to talk about what burnout is, how you can avoid it and the steps you can do (starting now!) to take better care of yourself outside of the clinic so you can show up as the best professional you can be for your patients and your team. Kaejenn is also a mental health advocate and the Treasurer of the Australian Dental Association Northern Territory branch and he packs so much actionable information in this episode - you’ll want to listen twice.

I’m not exaggerating when I say that this episode is one of the best Talk Dental to Me episodes to be released and one EVERY dental professional no matter what speciality needs to hear. I strive to provide our community with the most impactful advice I possibly can. I promise, this one really stacks up.

Listen in as Kaejenn unlocks the secrets to confidence, authenticity and authority that ultimately lead to your better wellbeing as a dental professional - don’t be afraid to pause and take notes!

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I'm spilling some tea with my lovely RDH friend Britt Glauz aka @brushwithbritt on this episode with some big sis advice to help you if you are considering applying for a bachelor of dental hygiene or oral health therapy or if you have been accepted into a course (congrats!!!!) 

With any career decision, it's important to do as much research as possible to see if a long term career in the respective field is going to be an option for you - this episode is not meant to discourage but to give you mindful considerations to ultimately help you make an informed decision on whether or not dental hygiene or oral health therapy is the career for YOU! 

HIGHLIGHTS:

- 12 CONSIDERATIONS if you are thinking to apply to DH or OHT

- The icks of dental hygiene

- Why you won't last if you're in it for the $$$

- Why you NEED to be passionate about being a healthcare practitioner

Britt Glauz is an American registered dental hygienist based in San Diego, California who is leading the way for the next generation of dental hygienists. She is an advocate for pushing the boundaries through better oral care and is passionate about encouraging her fellow peers through educational advice on her Instagram and TikTok (@brushwithbritt) as well as her podcast the Brush with Britt Podcast. 

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Do you want to be a better dental professional? Of course you do. We have seen our profession move more and more towards a whole-health approach as we know it's not just teeth and gums when it comes to our patients health.  

In this episode of the Talk Dental to Me Podcast, Jackie and I unpack the importance of why learning goes well beyond dental school and where dentistry is moving to (don't get left behind!)  

Listen in as Jackie fills us in on her journey and she also gives us tips to steer our career in the right direction to become better health professionals and ultimately improve our patient's overall health outcomes. 

HIGHLIGHTS: 

What is functional dentistry? 

Why is it so important?  

As a dental professional, why is it important to be knowledgeable about the oral microbiome? 

Does sleep disordered breathing affect cavities? 

Hydroxyapatite as an alternative to fluoride 

Jackie's experience with a tongue tie release 

Why is addressing a tongue tie before orthodontics important? 

Treat your teeth to some of my favourite new additions to my emails care routine: PAP+ teeth whitening strips, the Hi by HiSmile toothpaste and the Enamel Care Serum. Thank you to HiSmile for sponsoring this episode of the podcast! 

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Do the upcoming changes to apply for your own provider number have you feeling overwhelmed? I feel you.  Our professional associations have encouraged us all to apply for provider numbers (check your emails!) Is it easy? Does it cost anything? What if you were able to listen to an independant oral health practitioner with her own clinic fill us in about her provider number journey?

One of the pioneering OHP's to have started their own clinic (The Smile Studio Bairnsdale) in Australia, Beth Irvin, has been going from strength to strength in growing her own dental clinic. Tune in as she shares the evolution of her business as well as not needing hundreds and thousands of dollars to create your own dream.

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If you want to apply to a Bachelor's of Oral Health and you are NOT applying straight from high school - this episode is for YOU. This is exactly what Tia did after working as a dental assistant for several years. After learning about Oral Health Therapists (dental hygiene/therapy) and being inspired through already working in the industry, Tia had a desire to be on the other side and provide patient care.

How did she do it??? 

Tune into this episode to learn exactly how Tia researched, applied and then was successfully admitted into BoH at Charles Sturt University in Australia. And her pathway is one that you may have not even thought of!

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Disclaimer: The content that is discussed on this podcast is solely for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for informed advice from the correct agencies/course providers assisting application to the various dental hygiene/dental therapy courses in Australia.

Thank you to Hismile for sponsoring this episode and continuing to support the Talk Dental to Me Podcast. Don't forget to #treatyourteeth with Hi by Hismile 

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