Antibiotics were once doled out like candy to anyone who had an ouchy tooth or metal in their body. Now, we know better... sorta. Sue Scherer joins the podcast this week to talk about what our responsibility is as dental professionals for understanding and knowing proper use and administration of antibiotics, and how one commonly used antibiotic has really gone on to seriously hurt and kill people.

Resources:

https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/article/14214197/to-premedicate-or-not-to-premedicate-untangling-current-recommendations-on-antibiotic-premedication

Talking With Docs Video: https://youtu.be/KBaGbcj2PdU?si=CNElveER8iiDMCA9

Email Sue: sscherer@waterpik.com

About 20% of high schoolers and up to 5% of middle schoolers are vaping in the United States. In this episode Katrina Sanders dives into oral health, systemic, and safety effects to better prepare us for these conversation with our patients!

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/

• Resource #1: Sahni, V. (2023). Vaping questions. British Dental Journal, 234(10), 713-713.

• Resource #2: Irusa, K. F., Vence, B., & Donovan, T. (2020). Potential oral health effects of e‐cigarettes and vaping: A review and case reports. Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, 32(3), 260-264.

• Resource #3: Wadia, R., Booth, V., Yap, H. F., & Moyes, D. L. (2016). A pilot study of the gingival response when smokers switch from smoking to vaping. British dental journal, 221(11), 722-726.

Join Anna, Lizz, and Heather as they question why many hygienists simply are not progressing! Old habits do die hard, but we need to get our heads out of the sand. Listen to this week's episode for the frequently asked questions that just need to end!

RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869