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A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Andrew Johnston, RDH - One of the Two Dental Hygienists

Welcome to the world"s #1 dental hygiene podcast! You will get up-to-date information with some real life application. Andrew and his panel of cohosts are exactly where you are, dental professionals looking to get better! We may not be experts, but we will do our best to get them on the show! Please rate and review us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app and enjoy the show!

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44:29

511 Is Clinical Excellence in Dentistry Transferable?...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/10/29

Episode Highlights: Networking & Power Networking: Dr. Chris Salierno returns for an in-depth conversation on building meaningful professional relationships in dentistry. He offers his insights into "power networking," stressing the importance of showing up, saying yes to opportunities, and making deposits before making withdrawals. Learn how he identifies red flags in networking and why intentional relationship-building leads to lasting success. Clinical Excellence: Andrew and Dr. Salierno

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05:39

Bath Salts: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Tom Viola is BACK and he is talking about bath salts... and we are not talking about Dr Teal's epsom salts. Tom shares a little bit of the background of what they are, where they originated, and the difficulties of testing for them. Don't miss this 6 minute episode!

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05:28

What Happens To The Gingiva When We Incorporate...

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2025/10/10

We always talk to our patients about how to remove plaque, apply medicaments, and review systemic factors. What if its easier than all of that? What happens when we simply change our diet instead? Katrina Sanders explains how we can get healthier through diet alone in this short Ask The Experts segment! Resources: Baumgartner, S., Imfeld, T., Schicht, O., Rath, C., Persson, R., Persson, G.: The Impact of Stone Age Diet on Gingival Conditions in the Absence of Oral Hygiene. J Perio 2009

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30:34

508 RED FLAGS!!!! Why Offices Fail with Dr. Pam...

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2025/10/08

Leadership is about failure and experience. In this part 2, we pick up where we left off with Dr. Pam Maragliano and Dr. David Rice as they give expert advice to those looking to succeed in this dental world in which we live. This episode is not to be missed!!

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28:36

507 RED FLAGS!!!! Why Offices Fail with Dr. Pam...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Drs Pam Maragliano and David Rice bring the heat in this crossover episode with the Dentistry Unmasked Podcast. Both of these doctors, having experienced low employee turnover and highly successful practices, have found the secret sauce. As they look around, it seems almost unreal how many other practices continue to struggle. Join us in this conversation and hopefully fix or sidestep some of these landmines!

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507 RED FLAGS!!!! Why Offices Fail with Dr. Pam...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Drs Pam Maragliano and David Rice bring the heat in this crossover episode with the Dentistry Unmasked Podcast. Both of these doctors, having experienced low employee turnover and highly successful practices, have found the secret sauce. As they look around, it seems almost unreal how many other practices continue to struggle. Join us in this conversation and hopefully fix or sidestep some of these landmines!

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37:37

506 Are AI Tools Really Necessary or The Flavor of...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/09/24

What are the non-clinical AI tools that are out there and are they here to stay? Many practices are scared of change, many simply just do not want to change.... but will the practices of insurance companies force the issue? Are we overreacting about the usefulness of AI in dentistry? Teresa Duncan joins the show to give us some perspective! Resources: https://www.odysseymgmt.com/ Nobody Told Me That and Chew On This podcasts New journal alert!! The International Journal for Applied Health Behavior

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35:03

505 Heading Back To The Op! with Brooke Crouch

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2025/09/17

It's scary when life events mandate that you completely change your life and lifestyle. In this episode we hear from Brooke Crouch who spent time in the corporate world for several years, only to find herself headed back to the operatory... and she loves it! Be sure to reach out if you are finding yourself in similar situations! Resources brookecrouchdentalconsulting@gmail.com

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32:14

Hidden Opportunities and Untold Potential with Jackie...

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2025/09/03

In this episode with Jackie Sanders, we talk about the power of evolution and what steps we can take to get to the next level. There are opportunities while we are still chair side, opportunities for hybrid roles, and so many more but it all starts with mentors and connections. Give this episode a listen to see how Jackie can help you!

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06:00

The "One-Houra Prophy" Lie, Stop Over Promising and...

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2025/09/01

Katrina is on a role in this short episode as she discusses the broken model of the "one-hour prophy". Listen as she discusses the dangers of blindly following this model and gives 5 ways to improve the appointments. Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/

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28:37

502 Pre-Dental Hygiene School Interventions with Dana...

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2025/08/27

Dana Paladino joins the show, she has a great podcast called Dental Hygiene Basics where she helps students and those thinking about working in the dental hygiene space find their footing for success. Join us as she walks us through what she does! Resources: Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast @dentalhygienebasics on socials dentalhygienebasics.com

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10:24

Introducing SmileSip: Sipsters Wanted!! with Misty...

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2025/07/25

Misty is back with an amazing opportunity for the entrepreneurial dental hygienists. SmileSip is a new product here in the US and it has clinical benefits for our patients. Give this episode a listen to learn about its benefits and also how you can get involved! Resources: SmileSipUSA.com

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34:58

Lobbyist Needed: A Quest For Advocacy with the Dental...

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2025/07/23

This episode, recorded from RDH Under One Roof, is the epitome of commitment. These hygienists have undertaken the almost impossible responsibility that has been left unchecked in the state of Washington for dental hygienists and they are showing what true leadership in advocacy looks like. Join us as we catch up with Jennifer Frame, Christi Holbrook, and Colleen Gaylord to learn what they are up to and how you can support the efforts! Resources: Dhaofwa.com Dental Hygiene Advocates of Washington on

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05:40

When Should We Re-Evaluate A Perio Case? Ask the...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/07/07

Periodontal re-evaluation timing is essential for all therapeutic hygiene procedures... but when should this be done? We have heard a range of recommendations but listen in as Katrina breaks it down based on the case type! Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/

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34:06

PerioDT - A New Weapon for Gum Disease with Peggy...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/07/05

In this roundtable episode we are joined by Peggy, Monica, and Lindsey to talk about a new option for the everyday RDH, PerioDT. This product is multi-faceted and a potential game changer for every single patient we have sitting in our chair. Give this episode a listen if you are ready to take your practice to the next level! Resources: Booth number 406 at RDH Under One Roof youngspecialties.com @younginnovations and @youngspecialties on insta LIVE WEBINAR ALERT: July 15th, 2025 -

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35:40

494 Dental Hygiene Needs Public Awareness Campaigns...

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2025/07/02

The public simply has no real understanding of what a dental hygienist does.... for that matter, neither do many in the dental industry as we are continued to be looked at as tooth scrapers. Lisandra Maisonet joins the show to talk about a new awareness campaign aimed at helping to fight this movement called the Oral Health Awareness Project. Whether you contribute or not, there are valuable lessons shared through their facebook group!

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06:49

The Hygiene Department is NOT a Loss Leader!

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2025/06/30

I am over it. I am so incredibly over hearing how the hygiene department in any dental office is a loss leader. In this episode, I, in typical Andrew fashion, rail against the notion that hygienists have little value for a dental practice. If you are a hygienist listening to this episode you will get some useful tips on scheduling practices. If you are dental practice owner, you will get some useful tips on how to leverage your highly qualified clinicians to the fullest to make you some $$!

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28:04

492 AI Goes WAY Beyond ChatGPT, How Does This Impact...

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2025/06/18

Artificial Intelligence continues to evolve. As clinicians we are starting to wrap our heads around how it might help us with chart notes, perio charting, and even interpretation of radiographs... but while we are stuck in this mentality, it continues to evolve and progress. Imagine a time when AI impacts hiring preferences, predicts expected pay based on experiences, or helps a patient decide if your office is the right one for them! Rita Zamora joins our show for this episode and dives deep into

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05:42

Methamphetamines: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom...

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast ·

2025/06/16

Meth... Should we still be concerned about methamphetamine or is this a thing of the past? What issues should we be concerned about with our patients presenting who are meth users? Listen to Tom Viola's short episode on the most recent updates on this crazy drug. Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing TomViola@tomviola.com, visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified

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26:30

491 Introduction to LANAP for the Dental Hygienist...

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2025/06/11

Once you lose bone, you never get it back, right? Have you heard this before? I have too. Recently we met with a group of hygienists (Jodi, Sam, Sara, and Amanda) who work in a practice that offers LANAP for their patients as well as being a very laser-centric practice for perio therapy. If you are looking to be inspired by what is possible out there in the world of dental hygiene, give this episode a listen! If you have any questions, you can shoot Jodi a message at this email -

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