Your Hygienist

08/03/2022

Coffee? What coffee? I find some of the most missed areas from brushing is behind the top front teeth. Teeth are pretty ♥️

26/08/2021

March 2020 has forever changed our world as well as the way we treat patients in the dental setting. Adhering to strict Center for Disease Control and

19/08/2021

We can all probably relate to moments when we lose sight of the reasons we went into the dental field in the first place and, at times, can get caught up

11/08/2021

Was truly an honor today to have the chance to provide care for 2 nursing home facilities. You know that moment when you feel you are doing exactly what you’re meant to be doing? That moment for me today was when I met a resident named John. With no family in the area, he found himself having a stroke, off to the hospital and next to the nursing home for over a year now. Everyone deserves an advocate. Everyone deserves a clean mouth free of infection and at the minimum, free of debris. Sometimes it makes my heart ache but then I remind myself, there’s no time for that. Get busy and make a difference. Shout out to Joshua for being the captain today! ♥️

11/08/2021

Let's keep at it! Medicare’s lack of an oral health benefit means that two-thirds of all enrollees – more than 37 million Americans – do not have oral health coverage. Adding oral health coverage to Medicare Part B is a commonsense solution to ensure Medicare enrollees have access to oral health care – a critical component of overall health. ADHA is calling on all dental hygienists to contact their Members of Congress and urge them to strengthen Medicare by adding oral health coverage to Medicare. bit.ly/ADHAvoice

08/08/2021

There is a new bonus episode on your podcast feed! On this A Tale of Two Hygienists bonus episode Michelle is talking with repeat guest and friend of the podcast Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz about guided biofilm therapy (GBT) and the use of AIRFLOW® Prophylaxis Master from EMS.

This technology and way of practicing is amazing!!

04/08/2021

As dental professionals, we play a critical role in the management of our patients oral and systemic health.

When it comes to treating Diabetic patients, Management of the diabetic patient in the dental office should include:

Prepare the dental team for diabetic medical emergencies
Consultation with primary care provider
Identify level and consistency of diabetic control
Provide patient education
Reinforce regular diet and medication regimen before and after dental appointments
Monitor vasoconstrictors that disrupt blood glucose levels in poorly controlled insulin-dependent diabetic patients
Consideration should be given to delaying treatment in those patients with poorly controlled diabetes

Learn more about treating Diabetic patients here: https://bit.ly/3i6mTkw

13/07/2021

Instead of trying to control pathogens after they've been aerosolized, why not destroy them before they ever leave the patient's mouth?

30/06/2021

Review the research connecting these two destructive conditions and how hygienists can integrate it into their daily practice.

28/06/2021

I believe in these guys. If you’re a patient of mine, this is who I refer you to if I’m concerned you may have Sleep Apnea. For my dental friends, if you’re thinking about learning more this is where you start. It’s going on over 20 years that I’ve trusted them. We can’t miss identifying the signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea.

16/06/2021

The struggle is real when we have braces! But small tweaks in care along the way is all we need. Saw this cutie a few weeks ago and I am certain he’s gonna master the use of a water p*k! Take a look at how the body responds to bacteria so you too can know what to look for. What I’m looking for is any puffiness or inflammation in the gums. When you or your kiddo are in braces, its best to go see your hygienist 3-4 times a year to reach the places braces make it so difficult to reach. Stay flossy♥️

03/06/2021

Reunited and it feels so good. Dental besties. The best people are those who you feel most like yourself when you’re around them. ♥️

31/05/2021

27/05/2021

27/05/2021

What’s the best age to start seeing your hygienist? I love 3 years old! 2 years is a meet and greet but 3 is magic. Just ask this cute face. ♥️

06/05/2021

I’m in Little Elm today at an office so close to home. How sweet is it that I got to start off my morning with these cuties!!! We have a future dentist and dental hygienist in the making!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

05/05/2021

For every patient whom has sat in my chair and to the one's whom I've yet to meet, thank you for enriching my life. My intention is to give back all the love and support you have all given me on our journey together to a well lived life. Let's do this!