In a world of 3D imaging and computer technology….why are we taking impressions and pouring up models? It is important to have a wide range of skills when you graduate to build on where we have come from and discover where we are going.

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

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The end of the semester marks a milestone on your journey toward your goal of graduating and becoming a dental hygienist. It is important to reflect on your experiences and take time to recharge your batteries. Keep your eye on your goal - take some time for self-care and recharging.

It is necessary to provide yourself the space and time to prepare yourself for the next step in your journey

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You have taken the time to learn all of the fundamentals of instrumentation. The hours of practice are countless. Now it is time for patient care and the calculus just won’t come off! In this episode, we will take a closer look at the working stroke. Let’s use all that you have learned and know to get the stroke right. It is essential to use all of the skills and knowledge you have acquired to be the most effective with calculus removal. At the same time, it is important to keep an eye on your own self-care component involved with the daily performance of the working stroke.

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

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You have assessed your patient and determined that your patient has periodontal disease with active infection. Phase 1 therapy is the first step in managing the disease and setting your patient on the path to periodontal stability. In this episode, we will discuss phase 1 Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy.

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

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Learning the cranial nerves of Head and Neck anatomy can be pretty challenging for students. In this episode we will review each of the basic locations and functions of each of the 12 cranial nerves. We will also review memory tips to remember the names and functions of each of the nerves. Study Sheets : https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/

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Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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The transition from school to “The Real World” can be anxiety provoking. Students often have fears about time management, skill development, and confidence. It takes time to really work into a good routine that feels natural and flowing. In this episode, I speak with Kim Augustus - The owner of BloomRDH. Kim shared her vision and love for our new grads and what she is doing to support students as they graduate and begin the process of looking for an office.

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Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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As a dental hygiene student, you are tasked with developing a concrete understanding of the AAP Periodontal Disease Classification system. We use this when we are working with our patients and performing an assessment on our patient. Each patient falls into a category of periodontal health. Each patient must be appropriately classified and documented regarding their disease status. 

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

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Students experience some of the most beneficial learning opportunities in the clinical setting. In this episode, we will review the remaining three of six perceptions that are holding you back in the clinical setting as a student. There are opportunities with each session to connect the dots on the process of care. The valuable clinic time can become a source of frustration for students as challenges arise. We will review the last three of six common perceptions that you can identify and adjust to make your clinic sessions more productive, less stressful, and just better overall.

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

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Students experience some of the most beneficial learning opportunities in the clinical setting. As a student, do you feel accomplished and proud of your learning at the end of each clinic session? If not - this episode may provide you with some help. In this episode, we will review the first three of six perceptions that are holding you back in the clinical setting as a student. There are opportunities with each session to connect the dots on the process of care. If you are experiencing some of these perceptions, your valuable clinic time can become a source of frustration as challenges arise. We will review some of the perceptions that I observe in the clinical learning environment and offer suggestions on ways to make adjustments to these perceptions. My goal is to help you identify and adjust to make your clinic sessions more productive, less stressful, and just a better overall learning experience.

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Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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Getting our patients on the path to health can come down to one word - motivation. It is important to share results from the assessment process with our patients. Unless we motivate them to change their behavior, their oral health will continue to decline. In this episode, we will discuss Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. It is beneficial for the dental clinician to understand how patients prioritize needs. Understanding this helps you as the clinician create an understanding on how to communicate with your patient in a way that changes their behavior and moves them down the road to a healthy lifestyle.

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Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School

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