There are times in our lives where the feeling of being overwhelmed can creep up on us. Being a student enrolled in a dental hygiene program and trying to balance the rest of your life can certainly create more demands than we can handle. In this episode, we will review the most common traits of being overwhelmed. Even more important is a discussion of ways to reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed and recenter your mind in a different direction.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

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One of the major diseases we help patients to manage is dental caries (tooth decay). As a student, you will learn all about the formation of enamel. As a clinician, you will need to know all the ways in which dental caries can be managed to help your patients combat the disease.

Understand the process of caries and know what creates an increased risk for our patients. Discover and learn what the best solutions are for each patient we treat. As Oral Health Therapists, it is essential for dental hygienists to have a comprehensive understanding of the risk, the process, and the treatment options available for our patients.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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Navigating the transition from student to clinical dental hygienist can be a challenge. Join me as I have a quality discussion with Astrida Curis, owner and operator of newgradrdh. We discuss some of the benefits and drawbacks of temping in clinical dental hygiene. What lead her to becoming a “Dentaprenuer” and how she recognized and overcame burnout in hygiene. Astrida brings so much valuable information to this episode to help new graduates navigate temping and transitioning from the school setting to the “real world”

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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The field of dentistry has always shown me so much love! Networking and collaboration are essential for growth and development. Paola Brown is a fine example of what can happen when you open your heart and mind to all that is possible in dental hygiene.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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Value-Based Care in dentistry puts the focus on Prevention, Education, and Sustainability. Dental Hygienists are the prevention specialists of oral health and are trained to meet the challenges ahead in our communities. Listen as I discuss the challenge of going from school to private practice. In school, we are taught the value-based care model and then become employed in a primarily fee-for-service model of care. I believe this transition and conflict is one of the primary causes of burnout in dentistry for clinicians. As you listen, ask yourself - What type of Dental Hygienist do I want to become? What impact do I want to make? How can I do it?!

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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Taking radiographs takes practice. Taking good diagnostic radiographs takes skill. In this episode, we will discuss some of the criteria for taking radiographs, review some of the anatomy that causes challenges, and many patient management techniques to help with successful radiographs. Every patient comes with unique needs. As a clinician, the skills and techniques you use to take quality radiographs will go a long way at developing trusting relationships with your patients. They will appreciate your effort and empathy.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

Instagram: ⁠@the_happy_flosser⁠

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In this episode, I thought I would share a poem I wrote about a life well lived and the connection to dentistry. We become connected to all facets of dental. You are on break, so I thought I would share something that may bring you joy and relieve your stress. I have this poem available in print on my Etsy shop.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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Dental sealants are a game changer in arresting and preventing decay in the occlusal surfaces of all the grooves we find in the posterior teeth. It is essential for the dental clinician to gain knowledge, learn the techniques, and understand the process of providing this preventive service.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

Instagram: ⁠@the_happy_flosser⁠

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Providing Local Anesthesia for our patients is a blessing for our profession. It allows us to provide care and comfort to our patients. We are strongly connected to our patient's experiences in the dental setting and are able to meet the challenges of providing local to our very anxious patients. Having a good understanding of the techniques allows us to become confident in delivering adequate anesthesia to serve our patients at the highest level.

As I say.... "Those who know will grow."

Additional resources: 

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

Instagram: ⁠@the_happy_flosser⁠

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How did we get here as Prevention specialists? The field of dental hygiene is focused specifically on education and prevention of oral disease. As prevention specialists, we must follow the research and use our ethical principals to do no harm to the patients we serve. It is important to use the data to guide us down the path to implement the process of care that serves our patients at the highest level. We continue to have more options and abilities to treat patients in the most conservative and effective way. It is important to gain as much knowledge about these treatment options as we can. “When we know better, we do better” Maya Angelou

Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

Instagram: ⁠@the_happy_flosser⁠

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