The ADHA's Institute for Oral Health Foundation is in the spotlight for this episode of the pod. Matt chats with IOH Foundation Chair Becky Smith, CRDH, EdD, FADHA and Emily Ludwig, RDH, BSDH, MS, PhD(c), recipient of an IOH Foundation Research Grant. Becky shares the mission and focus of the Foundation and Emily discusses how her award has allowed her to advance her research on bias in the field of dental hygiene. Consider making a donation during this season of giving to the IOH Foundation and support its mission to advance the dental hygiene profession and expand access to oral care through scholarships, research grants and community service grants. www.adha.org/ioh
In this episode, recorded live at ADHA's recent Milwaukee CE event, host Matt Crespin welcomes an interdisciplinary panel of healthcare experts to discuss comprehensive diabetes care. Guests include Hannah Lochner, RD, LD, CDCE, Amy Stinson, MS, RDN, CD, CDCES, Gary Rothenberg, DPM and Dr. JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, MS, PhD, AAFAAOM, FADHA. The distinguished panel shares insights on diabetic foot care, vision health, nutrition and oral-systemic connections. Gain valuable knowledge about collaborating with other care providers and understanding the multi-faceted needs of individuals in your chair who have diabetes. Make unique care connections with podiatry, nutrition, diabetes education and dental hygiene. Matt shares a preview to two upcoming episodes on the ADHA IOH and the challenges to fluoridation that patients and providers are talking about. Www.adha.org/events www.adha.org/newroom www.ilikemyteeth.org
Bonus Episode! Matt welcomes Erin Haley-Hitz for an eye-opening conversation about ADA’s recent resolutions on approaches to solving the dental hygiene workforce shortage, a clarification of what resolutions are, and what this could actually mean in terms of policy. Plus, a frank conversation about professional autonomy for dental hygienists as a preview for a free January webinar on the topic. A “can’t miss” 30-minute episode these ADHA leaders. Www.adha.org/join www.adha.org/renew www.adha.org/January15 www.adha.org/newsroom
Oral care implications of sleep disorders are multifaceted. Dental professionals are increasingly vital in identifying and supporting treatment for sleep disorders. Dr. Radfar shares with host Matt Crespin, the keys to the successful integration of sleep medicine into his dental practice. He bridges the gap with insights, treatment implications for oral health, and practical tools to help you support and advocate for those in your care who suffer from sleep disorders. This episode is generously sponsored by Aquoral.
Dr. Jonathan Norris joins Matt on this episode of the podcast to discuss his philosophy of minimally invasive dentistry. Dr. Norris has grown multiple pediatric practices across the New England area that has increased access for Medicaid patients. Dr Norris has a unique approach to providing care that doesn't involve using a drill (in most cases) to treat dental decay and is doing so with tremendous success and patient acceptance. https://montshirepediatricdentistry.com/
In celebration of National Dental Hygiene Month, your host Matt Crespin welcomes Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC and Phyllis Martina, RDH, MBA, FADHA to explore this year's NDHM theme "RDH Investigates". They emphasize the importance of dental hygienists keeping their detective hats on when treating patients, to ensure they are thoroughly investigating and identifying issues to prevent, advise and recommend treatment and products to their patients. The conversation covers dental hygiene diagnosis, collaborative care approaches, and Colgate's partnership with ADHA to support hygienists and the profession. Matt shares other upcoming events in celebration of NDHM. www.adha.org/ndhm
Think you have what it takes to swim with sharks? Hear from entrepreneur Samantha Coxe, CEO and Founder of Flaus, who shares her lightbulb moment as a dental patient that led to her invention of Flaus – an electric flosser – and the journey that helped her pitch and reel in support on ABC’s Shark Tank. Sam shares the complexities behind the product development and what kept her drive alive as she tackled the challenging startup process. Matt shares updates about upcoming celebrations for National Dental Hygiene Month and other happenings at ADHA. www.goflaus.com www.adha.org/NDHM2024
Peek behind the corporate curtain as ADHA member Jen Post, RDH, MDH, a clinical applications specialist with Solventum, takes you from product concept to nationwide launch. Jen shares her inspiring journey with Matt and discusses her unique role with the company. Uncover Solventum's surprising identity and why it might be more familiar than you think! Matt also catches you up on the latest happenings at ADHA and Hispanic Heritage Month coming up! https://www.solventum.com https://www.adha.org/NDHM2024 https://www.adha.org/events https://www.adha.org/CESmart https://www.adha.org/newsroom https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov
Recruitment of our future workforce is critical and ADHA is excited to partner with Delta Dental Foundation to announce a new ground-breaking project. Matt is joined by ADHA President Elect Lancette VanGuilder and Delta Dental Foundation Executive Director Holli Seabury to share a sneak peek at this new partnership aimed at growing the dental hygiene workforce in numbers and representation. Learn how ADHA, Delta Dental Foundation and hygienists across the country will team up to innovate dental hygiene recruiting…chairside. Delta Dental Foundation & ADHA Press Release: https://www.adha.org/newsroom/adha-ddf-chairside-recruitment-program/ Chairside Recruitment Program: https://www.adha.org/chairside/ Delta Dental Foundation: https://www.deltadental.foundation/
The future starts now. ADHA President Erin Haley-Hitz, RDH, BSDH, MS, FADHA, MAADH, joins Matt for a sitdown at ADHA's recent conference for a candid conversation about her personal dental hygiene journey and her vision for the profession and the upcoming year. It's a future she made clear in the ADHA24 Closing General Session, from groundbreaking partnerships and programs that ADHA members will see in the near future to policy and professional autonomy. Matt also provides a look at upcoming ADHA events and opportunities. www.adha.org/events
Missing ADHA24 in NOLA! Here's a bonus Podversations episode filled with dental hygiene goodness straight from the exhibit floor. Matt Crespin chats with Matt Shafer from the Council of State Governments for the latest on the Dental and Dental Hygienist Compact. Our friends from the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA), Ondina Love, CEO, and Francine Trudeau, President, fill us in on progress in Canada. Lastly a bonus impromptu interview with Sarah Crow, RDH, from Massachusetts DHA who asks how she can be on the podcast and Matt says, “Sit down…let’s do this!"
New ADHA24 Podversations from the exhibit floor! Matt sits down with Cindy Sensabaugh, CRDH, MSDH, from Philips; Dr. Bill Pavetelez, DMD, with VOCO; Courtney Waterbury, RDH, first-time ADHA attendee and VIP winner; Carol Jahn, RDH, MS, from Waterpik; and Phyllis Martina, RDH, BS, MBA, FADHA, from Colgate. Listen in to hear about the latest innovations from our partners and their ADHA24 NOLA experiences. Don't miss the buzz from ADHA24!
Enjoy a new ADHA24 Podversations episode with quick 10-minute audio snapshots from the exhibit hall with guests Nicole Stout, RDH, Crest + Oral-B Hygienist Proud student award winner; Andrea Johnson, RDH, MS, from Crest + Oral-B; Whitney Howerton, MDH, RDH, CDIPC, from PDT; and Dr. Anu Bharadwaj, DMD, from Kenvue. Hear about the latest and greatest on the exhibit floor, and what attendees are enjoying at ADHA and in New Orleans!
Step onto the ADHA24 exhibit floor for short "podversations" with Ellen Guritzky, MSJ, RDH, FADHA, AHFI, CHC, from Haleon, Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc, FADHA, from Love Hygiene and Hayley Buckner, RDH, FADHA, from Elevate Oral Care who chat with ADHA Podcast Host Matt Crespin, RDH, MPH, FADHA, about their experiences at ADHA24, in NOLA, and the latest and greatest from their organizations.
Next up! ADHA24 in the Big Easy! Before you pack your bags, get this insider’s guide to the dental hygiene event of the year as Matt is joined by Leah Johnson, CMP, DES, ADHA’s Director of Meetings, Corporate Development and IOH. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a veteran meeting-goer, get all the best tips to make the most of your visit. From transportation and ticketing to education and fabulous social events – listen, learn and let the good times roll at ADHA24 in NOLA! Download your NOLA guide to do thing right from our friend Michelle Strange the Roaming Dental Hygienist. www.adha2024.org www.michellestrangerdh.com/nola-itinerary
In this episode, Matt interviews Amber Lombardi, RDH, CEO of Mainely Teeth, and Findhelp.org filmmaker Jim Tuttle about their documentary "Filling the Gaps." The film explores dental care inequity and how Amber’s non-profit, is working to address dental care accessibility throughout rural Maine. They highlight access challenges and potential solutions, including Mainely Teeth's innovative mobile efforts in the northeast. The film is premiering at an exclusive attendee-only event at the ADHA24 Annual Conference in New Orleans later this month. Matt also shares updates on the DDH Compact's progress and news from ADHA. Filling the Gaps Official Trailer https://youtu.be/QV837f2511I?si=Lb_jfNnNgkGpmXkR www.findhelp.org www.adha2024.org https://adha24.eventscribe.net/index.asp?presTarget=2757793 https://company.findhelp.com/fillingthegaps/
On this episode of the ADHA Podcast host Matt Crespin sits down with Lisa Heaton, PhD, author of a recently published report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health on the tremendous amount of lost productivity as a result of dental issues. Dr. Heaton shares some of the eye-opening findings from this study as well as mitigation opportunities for reducing the devastating economic burden of neglected oral health. Matt shares updates from ADHA including the latest issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene and continued excitement building for this summer's ADHA 2024 event in New Orleans. https://www.carequest.org/resource-library/hour-need-productivity-time-lost-due-urgent-oral-health-needs https://jdh.adha.org https://www.adha2024.org
On the newest episode of the ADHA podcast, your host Matt Crespin welcomes Christina Reinhardt, LDH/RDH, an investigator for the FBI who specializes in dental fraud cases. Hear about Christina’s unusual career journey that took her from dental hygiene into the world of criminal investigations at the federal level. As the FBI's subject matter expert on dental fraud, she provides a fascinating look into her work unraveling complex cases and the critical role of dental professionals in the investigations. She also offers a sneak peek into what she is presenting at ADHA24 in New Orleans, where she'll dive deeper into the FBI Health Care Fraud Program and how law enforcement conducts the investigations.
On this episode, Matt is joined by Lisa Balint, MPH, BSDH, EPDH, and Linda Mann, EPDH to discuss the remarkable community-centric approach adopted by Capitol Dental Care in Oregon. They share their organization's unique and innovative strategies for serving their community. From mobile care units that bring services directly to underserved populations to seamless medical-dental integration, this organization is redefining the way dental care is delivered. Balint and Mann provide in-depth insights highlighting the profound impact this care delivery model has on improving access and overall well-being within the community and how it can be replicated to enhance community outreach efforts. Matt also provides updates from the ADHA, keeping listeners informed about the latest developments and initiatives from the organization. Sentate Committee Hearing on Dental Care: https://www.help.senate.gov/hearings/examining-the-dental-care-crisis-in-america-how-can-we-make-dental-care-more-affordable-and-more-available
Wellness is a critical component of our personal and professional success. With Mental Health Awareness Month in full swing, Matt is joined by guests Dr. Sarah Jockin, DDS, and Adriana (Adri) Forino, CRDH, to share their authentic journeys from dental burnout to wellness and reigniting their professional passion in this episode sponsored by Heartland Dental. They share strategies for battling burnout to help professionals remain well and explain how they personally approach their own mental well-being and keep their fire fueled. Matt shares updates from ADHA including upcoming events and discusses Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month which are also celebrated in May. AAPI Heritage Month: https://www.asianpacificheritage.gov Mental Health Awareness Month: https://www.nami.org/get-involved/awareness-events/mental-health-awareness-month/ Well-being Index: https://app.mywellbeingindex.org/assess Wellness research: https://shorturl.at/bjyC0