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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/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

As a dental hygienist, it is important to know how to interpret data and research effectively. Confidence intervals and p-values are important considerations of the validity of findings. In this episode, we will review some of the most important components of biostatistics for the dental hygiene student. There are questions on your boards that relate to this content. 

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As a dental hygiene student, you have to develop a good understanding of program planning. There are many questions on the board exams related to program planning. Let’s break it down so that you can understand the purpose, the methods, and the outcomes. ASSESSMENT, PLAN, IMPLEMENT, EVALUATE. These are the main components of program planning. 

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What do you want to do with your life? For many of us, we know from a young age that we want to be a dental hygienist. At some point down the road, many of decide that we desire to leave clinical hygiene- or at least the operatory. The idea is common, but the certainty and clarity of next steps, options, and possibilities may be a little less clear. Let’s take a look at some of the main roles held by people who were once a clinical dental hygienist. 

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In a world where the cell phone has become essential for communication and connection. Phone etiquette has become a lost skill. Many of the ways in which we communicate have shifted from voice mails and emails to text messages and DM’s. The result of this shift has made speaking on the phone or leaving messages a lost art. In this episode, we will discuss the proper ways to speak to patients to maintain a level of professionalism. The thought of leaving a message on an answering machine or leaving a voicemail could seem scary or anxiety provoking if it is something you have never done. In this episode, we will discuss ways to speak and discuss examples and scenarios students will encounter. A sample phone conversation will be provided.  

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Mary Otto is the author of the book, Teeth: The story of Beauty, Inequality, and the Struggle for Oral Health in America. Mary didn’t hesitate when I reached out for her to share her perspective with students on the podcast. This amazing book is one of your required readings in community dental health and will certainly help develop your understanding of the struggles we face as providers moving ahead. Mary puts a strong voice to the challenge of access to care and tells the real life story of why we need to work together to make oral health in America accessible for everyone. 

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As a dental hygienist, consideration of consequences that could occur during and after treatment must be considered. Quality assurance protocols should be established within the clinical setting to mitigate risk and assure quality standards are followed. Understanding that communication and documentation are the primary strategies to use to minimize risk. Having a well-established system to implement and sustain a quality assurance program to enhance the health and safety of the dental patient and support the ultimate goal of promoting oral health. 

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Our State Practice dictates our "Scope of Practice" of the functions that we are allowed to perform as a dental hygienist and may even include things that we are not allowed to do. It is also important to understand the definition of "Supervision" and the level of supervision required to perform each component of care within our scope of practice. There are factors that affect the level of supervision General Supervision - The Doctor authorizes the procedure but is not physically present and does not evaluate the procedure upon completion. Indirect Supervision - The Doctor authorizes the procedure and is present, but does not evaluate specifically evaluate procedure upon completion. Direct Supervision - The Doctor authorizes the procedure and is directly present - evaluated the work after completion. Our State Dental Practice Acts control the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene. The State Government is divided up into three branches  1.) The Legislative Branch - enacts laws  2.) The Executive Branch - Implementation of laws and enforcement of laws  3.) The Judiciary Branch - Has the final say regarding the rights and responsibilities of those subject to the law.  https://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rules/state_agencies/den100-500.html 

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As a dental hygienist, we are tasked with educating our patients to make positive changes in their home care efforts. It is important to understand how patients learn new information. It is also important to understand how humans successfully change a behavior and develop habits. Understanding these principles will ensure a successful Oral Hygiene Instruction effort! It takes practice and patience to become skills at teaching a patient and motivating them to continue to improve. 

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The best advice any experienced clinician will give you is to keep good clinical notes. In school, you will learn both the AETN - Assessment, Education, Treatment, and Next visit note style. You will also learn SOAP notes: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Prognosis notes.  Both designs provide the busy clinician with a framework for including all of the most significant and important information for each patient you treat and the services you provide. It is important to document what you do - but also why you do it. Having a framework will keep you organized when you are busy or running behind. Organized notes help you keep track of your appointment, focus on important information, and easily review previous notes.  In this episode, we will review both of the frameworks for clinical notes to help students learn the basics of the structure of a clinical note, how to write them, and why they are important. 

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For some of us, it is hard to make the decision of what to do with our lives. It can feel a bit overwhelming to consider answering the question of what we want to do. For many of us, we are unsure and fearful of making the wrong decision. For some of us, it is too expensive, time-consuming, and demanding to attend school in pursuit of a degree. For those of us who are in the field, we hear you! Listen in as I speak openly with Dr. Shannon Farrell and Professor Kelly O'Brien about their journey into the field of Dentistry. We want you to know that we recognize the challenges of taking the first step. We work hard to help you develop the skills you need to be successful. Each of us has unique strengths and areas of potential just waiting to be unleashed. At NHTI, we are here to help you realize what you are capable of.  In this episode, we break down the many benefits of becoming a dental professional. All three of us have had unique journeys. Each of us has developed into our own unique dental professionals with unique skill sets. We talk about workforce issues, job prospects, growth opportunities, job security in the field, and the full-on love of the field of dentistry. Each of us brings our own unique perspective to the future generations tasked with meeting the needs of the many people in our own communities with dental needs.  It will take all of us in the field to help meet the demands and needs of our population's oral health. Each of us in the field needs to shout from the rooftops that we need a skilled workforce ready to meet the challenges ahead.  To learn more about the dental assisting program at NHTI click: https://www.nhti.edu/?s=dental+assisting To learn more about the dental hygiene program at NHTI click: https://www.nhti.edu/program/dental-hygiene/ 

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The Christmas break can seem too short, and full of many things that keep us from actually resting and recovering from the rigors of the fall semester. In this episode, we will review some of the main strategies that will help you stay focused on your plan for a successful start to the spring semester. Sometimes it is good to be reminded of why we are doing this thing called dental hygiene school. Stay focused on your end goal.  We can sometimes lose motivation and drive once the "honeymoon" phase of dental hygiene school ends. Remember how excited you were when you received your letter of acceptance into the program? Once the semester begins and you start feeling the side effects of school rigors, the energy and excitement can fade. Fatigue, stress, and demands can take over your focus. You don't want to let things drag you down to a point where you lose site of your reason for wanting to begin this journey in the first place.  Take some time to recenter yourself and get back into the game. Focus your thoughts on your "WHY" to keep you motivated and committed to the demands and rigors of the program. You can do this - You will do this!  

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We are remembered and defined by our team and our patients by our actions when we are behind schedule. It is easy to be comprehensive and thorough when we have lots of time. We all know that those moments are scarce. What about those times when we are under the gun, running behind, or just simply overbooked with the challenges of dental hygiene? In this episode, I am going to share a framework that works well to provide you as a clinician with a guide to have a dynamic doctor exam that keeps everything flowing well in an office. Having a system provides you with specific steps to follow in order to create an exam that will be nothing short of fantastic, even when the schedule is tight. When we are successful in doing a comprehensive exam with the patient and the dentist, patients feel as though they are the center of the appointment - which is exactly what we want! In this model, we will discuss ways to make the patient feel included. We can meet the needs of every patient, even when we are behind schedule. Using this model helps clinicians stay focused and comprehensive. Practice makes progress! 

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The business of dental hygiene uses (KPI’s) Key Performance Indicators to provide us with a framework to measure how we communicate and meet the needs of our patients. As the leaders of prevention, we are tasked with the role of helping our patients change behaviors to improve oral health outcomes. It can be overwhelming to navigate providing healthcare with a lens on the business side of dental hygiene. My hope is to shed some light on this topic, provide my perspective, and share the challenges, opportunities, and strategies that you can use to grow and develop as a clinician. 

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We all face challenges in our journey. Many of us face the most challenging opposition just before the most abundant and rewarding goals are reached. Dental hygiene school takes grit and determination. Reflection helps us see our growth and recognize our own strengths and resilience. In this episode, I will share one of my most challenging obstacles while I was in dental hygiene school.  We all have a story - What is yours? Consider sharing your story by sending me a short recording about your story as you have experienced dental hygiene school. My hope is to compile an episode to help others navigate dental hygiene school effectively.  

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The business of dental hygiene can be a little overwhelming to navigate at first. There are many offices that use specific practice management models and track all aspects of the clinical team. You will find that some offices have very structured practice management models, and some do not. Like any other aspect of running a healthcare "business", it is important to understand the "why" behind the business of dental hygiene as you start to navigate these practice models. While you are enrolled in the dental hygiene program, you will be exposed to some of the components of practice management models that are the most commonly used in the dental setting. A morning huddle is one of the most common practice management components used widely in many offices. Our huddle that we perform in the clinic prior to seating our patients provides students with the practice and content that is covered in most huddle settings. While private practice will cover an entire day of schedules - the basic structure and premise are the same. Communication and discussion on the flow of the day is the primary goal of the huddle and to highlight specific features of the appointments. Many parts of the practice management models used are not obvious to those who are not specifically looking. The goal of practice management is to provide the most up-to-date standard of care to patients in the most efficient and cost-effective way. The best way to treat patients successfully is to follow the research of all you have learned on best practices and use the framework that fits the specific office where you are employed. What are the primary business aspects of your profession that you need to know in order to perform your job? It is important to have a good understanding of the business of dental hygiene as it relates to your position within a dental practice. 

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Health literacy is defined as the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and comprehend basic health information and services needed to make appropriate and meaningful health decisions. The dental provider should be aware of the goals provided by DHHS for safe, patient-centered, and equitable care for all members of a community. In this episode, we will review some of the challenges around the topic of health literacy as well as some of the steps we can take as healthcare providers to meet the needs of our patients with an in-depth understanding of health literacy.  Resources: Fleming, Jennie M. (March 2007). Health Literacy-a life-threatening communication gap. Kleinman, Dushanka V., Horowitz, Alice M. (July 2007). Oral Health Literacy and your practice. Woman Dentist Journal.  

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Let's take a look at the considerations for care and our role as a dental hygienist in the prevention of disease. It is important to consider the unique factors of each of the target populations (patient type) needs and desires. Preventive strategies should consider specific patient risk factors including caries risk, periodontal risk, and the contributing factors of oral health and chronic diseases. A dental hygienist who considers all the specific factors when developing appropriate preventive strategies will be more effective at meeting the needs of each patient. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/

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Ethics determine the set of norms that are followed by a given profession and jurisprudence ensures adherence to those specific norms. It is important for dental hygiene student to consider their own beliefs from the perspective of the clinician, patient, and student. Understanding one's own beliefs and attitudes around a topic help to develop an in-depth understanding of personal perspective and consideration of others.  We will also take a look at the Dental Hygiene Oath and define the components within that oath around professionalism and some of the key responsibilities that come with the profession of dental hygiene. 

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How much do we need to know about dental insurance benefits as dental hygienists? The more you know and understand dental benefits, the better equipped you will be to meet the needs of your patients. You want to consider yourself responsible for accurate record keeping and know that the services you are saying you complete are actually the ones you are doing. CDT Codes define services or procedures to align dental offices across the country to understand the proper service codes for each treatment. It is essential for the RDH to use the correct CDT code for every service provided.

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Congratulations! You have made it to midterms - this means you are halfway through the semester. How are you planning to study? Are you managing your time well? What type of learner are you? How can you study efficiently and effectively? In this episode, we are going to break down the most effective ways to best prepare for the midterm exams.

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Learning proper instrumentation skills is essential. The foundation of instrumentation basics must be strong in order to properly build on. As you review these principles, keep in mind your need for continued growth and development of the muscles of your hand. The modified pen grasp is a challenging development required in the pre-clinical component of the curriculum. In this episode, we will break down the fundamentals of the modified pen grasp and also take a look at some of the challenges associated with the modified pen grasp for students. 

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The two types of eruptions are Active and Passive eruptions. In this episode, we will review the phases and processes of both active and passive eruption. Students learn all about the eruption process over their lifespan and need to have an understanding of eruption for board exams and clinical implementation. It will be so helpful for you as a clinician to have an in-depth knowledge of the eruption process when you are working with patients.

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In Part 2 of our discussion, Dr. Neumeister shares some of his own journeys on the path to clinical excellence as well as some of the obstacles and challenges he faced and had to overcome in order to become the clinician he knew he wanted to be. Dr. Neumeister is very open about his early career struggles and provides us with a candid and vulnerable perspective on the transitions many of us encounter as we transition from our school setting to clinical practice. His experience and reflection provide us with the opportunity to gain insight into some of the common struggles and anxiety-provoking limits that we put on ourselves as early clinicians. I hope as you listen to this episode, you are able to gain a different perspective on what is really important as you move out into the field. It is important to keep in mind that we all take this leap and work through our own fears and doubts to become the best clinician that we can be. Dr. Neumeister tells his story in a way that we all can relate to and understand to help us on our journey. 

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One of the most essential skills involved with communication is active listening. In this episode, Dr. David Neumeister and I have a conversation that takes a closer look at the importance of communication as one of the most significant aspects of comprehensive and patient-centered care. Dr. Neumeister shares some of his own journey on the path to clinical excellence as well as some of the obstacles and challenges he faced and had to overcome in order to become the clinician he knew he wanted to be. He shares some of the challenges students face as new clinicians as well as some of the ways we can work both individually and as a team to meet those challenges together. Dr. Neumeister has certainly mastered the art of making people feel at ease, heard, and cared about. Take the time to listen to what Dr. Neumeister has to say about team collaboration and transformational leadership development as a practice. I was taken aback by the depth of knowledge and consideration discussed for the entire dental team - as a result, the experience for each patient was a learning opportunity for growth and communication development.

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The HIPAA Public law 104-191 was established in 1996. This law includes the protection of patient privacy and protects all patient's individual identifiable health information. It is important for dental hygiene students to understand the HIPAA law prior to treating patients during their coursework in school. As a provider, you must comply with the rules and sections of the law and understand the enforcement penalties for noncompliance. There are documents students will need to be familiar with in order to be compliant during patient care.

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It is important to have a good understanding of the science behind fluoride and how it interacts with the enamel to strengthen the teeth. Understanding this information will go a long way in helping you educate patients on the benefits of fluoride as it relates to their Caries risk. Textbook Wilkins Clinical Practice of The Dental Hygienist. 2021, (13th Ed.). Burlington, MA. Jones and Bartlett Learning.   

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For all of us, we have had the benefit of prevention based dentistry for our entire lives. We all have been exposed to the use of fluoride to assist in the reduction of decay. It is almost hard to imagine a time where the benefits of fluoride were unknown. It is important to gain perspective on how the understanding of the benefits of fluoride evolved and developed. As part of your learning journey, take the time to understand the history of why it is we do what we do. The pursuit of knowledge and understanding opens doors for innovation and progress in our profession. History helps us to understand the story and move ahead in the right direction.

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There are specific skills and clinical considerations for care associated with pregnant patients. It is essential to understand the needs of the pregnant patient and the necessary skills to provide safe and effective care for this special needs population. In this episode, we will review some of the main risks associated with pregnancy and oral health needs. We will review some of the oral health risks commonly associated with pregnancy and the recommended treatment options and care considerations for clinicians. 

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Providing care to patients with a lens on patient's individual needs, values, beliefs, and behaviors around the topic of health as it relates to cultural factors is an essential skill to develop as a student. Cultural competence is defined as the ability of providers to understand and integrate various factors related to a patient into the delivery and structure of care provided. In this episode, we will review some of the common strategies to improve provider-patient interactions, effective communication strategies, models for effective cross-cultural communication, and conversation tips for you to use when you are providing care to individuals. When using health promotion tools such as the health belief model, you want to incorporate culture-specific attitudes and values into these tools. 

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The (OPEN) oral health process and equity network is a national network of both individuals and organizations with strong beliefs in the benefits of oral health as an essential component of personal well-being. OPEN moves forward with a focus on prevention and equitable access to quality care. It is important as a student learning about the profession to consider how you can personally impact your community. We begin our educational journey with a focus on the clinical setting and all of the knowledge and skills involved in providing patient care. I want you to consider that your education can provide you with much more than the ability to provide services to individuals. Your knowledge will provide you with all that you need to follow your personal passions to advocate and participate in any area of public health that speaks to your heart. I encourage you to consider the possibilities. 

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Pain management allows us to perform dental procedures without discomfort or pain for our dental patients. But what about our fearful patients? Or patients who are anxious about the needle? In this episode, we will review some of the basics around pain and management of our patients who present with fear and anxiety in the clinical setting. There are some effective strategies that can be used to help with patient management during local anesthesia use. As a new clinician, these techniques and strategies should be practiced. Study Sheets https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Local Anesthesia for the Dental Professional. Bassett, DiMarco & Naughton. 2009. For additional resources check this out: https://blog.feedspot.com/dental_hygiene_podcasts/ Take a look at a product line I have tried and recommend - BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code:HAPPYFLOSSER

There are three major delivery systems in the U.S. Federal, State, and Non-Government. It is important to understand how the delivery systems impact dental care delivery in our country. Students should study the main framework of government agencies as they relate specifically to oral health delivery. Consideration should be given to the framework of these delivery systems as well as the functions of each of these delivery systems. Healthy People is an important resource for those of us who practice and design care with evidence-based research around services rendered to patient populations. This episode will cover the basic vision and framework of the Heathy People website. Students enrolled in a dental hygiene program will be required to take community dental health and develop a foundational understanding of public health. This episode covers the basics to get you started in developing an understanding of your role in the big picture of community dental health. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Dental Public Health & Research, Contemporary Practice for the Dental Hygienist. Neilson Nathe, 4th edition, Pearson, 2017. Take a look at a product line I have recently tried and recommend - BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo code: HAPPYFLOSSER

Cranial nerve VII, IX, and XII are the remaining significant nerves of the head and neck that are closely related to dental hygiene. Students should develop an understanding of anatomy and function of these nerves prior to taking pain management. Clinical considerations and problems related to these nerves will also be covered. Study Sheets https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

The Trigeminal nerve is known as Cranial Nerve V. This nerve has three main branches and serves both sensory and motor function. It is important for the dental hygiene student to have an in-depth understanding of the anatomy and function of this cranial nerve. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Textbook: Textbook of Head and Neck Anatomy. James Hiatt and Leslie Gartner, 2001. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

The function of the TMJ is important for daily life for all patients. Dental hygienist evaluate the TMJ during the assessment process of each appointment and should note any deviations or discrepancies with the joint. It is important for the dental hygiene student to know the anatomy, function, and components that make up the TMJ. In this episode we will discuss the basics of the TMJ and clinical signs to note for possible future issues. Study Sheets : https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

The dental hygienist should be very familiar with the arteries, veins, and nerves that supply the head and neck region. This information builds upon previous content and is essential prior to taking pain management. Disease and infection can spread easily in the head and neck region as a result of the design of the anatomy. Study Sheets : https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

The bones of the skull are an important foundation for dental hygiene students to understand prior to taking local anesthesia and working with patients in the clinical setting who present with complexities to their medical history or disease status. This information will provide the student with the basic structures and landmark features located on the cranial and facial bones that make up the skull. Study sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will cover the remaining groups of muscles that complete the head and neck region. Students should understand location, origin, insertion, and action of each of the muscle groups along with which cranial nerve is involved in innervation of these muscle groups. Some clinical application and dental terminology connections will be discussed. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020.

The muscles of facial expression provide the dental hygiene student with the knowledge base to understanding changes, abnormalities, and developmental disturbances that occur in our patient populations. In this episode, we will review the anatomy of the different regions of the face. We will review the specific facial muscles and discuss the origin, insertion, and function of each of the muscles of facial expression. To bring the content full circle, we will also review the muscles of mastication to provide students with the opportunity to link these features to clinical application with patients. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will review the prenatal development process of the face, palate, and tongue. It is important for the dental hygienist to understand the process, timeline, and developmental disturbances that can occur during this phase of development. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

Prenatal development details are important for the dental hygienist to understand. Developmental disturbances occur during prenatal development and can be seen in the clinical setting. In this episode, we will review the three periods of development and the five physiological processes involved with growth and developmental of the human body. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will cover the components related to the occlusal assessment. Proper documentation steps for each component of the occlusal assessment process will be covered. Molar/Canine relationship, Overjet, Overbite, Midline deviations, Crossbite, marginal ridge discrepancies, and parafunctional habits are all a component of a complete occlusal evaluation. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will discuss the key features specific to each tooth type. Discussion of features that will provide help for determining left from right will be reviewed, as well as clinically significant features to keep in mind when performing instrumentation in the clinical setting. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will review the specific tooth type traits of the maxillary and mandibular premolars. Clinical significance and considerations will be reviewed as well as applied form and function. A fun poem about premolars is shared to make you smile as you learn about the premolars. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

A complete review of the Maxillary and Mandibular premolars. Class traits will be reviewed. Major character traits and clinical application will be reviewed. Specific premolar tooth type traits will be covered in the next episode. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will review the character traits of the specific canine tooth types. The class traits of anterior were reviewed in a previous episode. We will review specific type traits that relate to caries and periodontal risk. This information should be well understood when applying instrumentation techniques in the clinical setting. Major character traits and clinical application will be reviewed. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

Dental terminology involves the study of words that are specifically related to dental science. Generally speaking pronunciation rules are pretty standard and there are basic rules that help develop good skills with correct spelling and dictation practices for clinical notes and documentation. This episode will review the basic principles of dental terminology to help increase the communication in the field of dentistry. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Textbook: Dental Terminology. Dofka, Thomas Learning, 2000. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

In this episode we will discuss the tooth development process and the stages of development involved in the process. It is important for the dental clinician to have knowledge on this topic to be able to recognize and understand abnormal dental conditions that can present in the clinical setting. We will discuss dental anomalies in a different episode, but I recommend you understand this information prior to trying to grasp dental anomalies. We will review each stage in the development process and discuss how each stage builds on the previous stage to create a seamless and efficient transition from initiation to apposition and to final eruption and root formation. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

A complete review of tooth morphology of the permanent incisors. Class traits of anterior teeth, type traits of incisors, and specific tooth traits of the incisors will be reviewed. Emphasis will be placed on unique features of specific tooth types that clinicians should have focused attention on. A review of some specific tooth morphology that have a direct contributing factor to caries and periodontal risk will be discussed. This information should be well understood when application of instrumentation techniques are required in the clinical setting. Major character traits and clinical application will be reviewed. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

The gingival exam is conducted as part of the assessment and provides the clinician with a cursory view of the gingival health. There are specific clinical markers that can be indicators for either the presence or absence of disease. It is important for the clinician to understand the clinical markers, descriptors associated with the markers, and the indicators that are connected to the presence of disease. An in depth understanding of the gingival assessment will provide the clinician with the initial information needed to move ahead with a periodontal evaluation and radiographic interpretation in a way that is inclusive and correlates with the gingival assessment to develop a comprehensive understanding of the patients overall periodontal health status. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode is an introduction to the periodontium and will review the basic components of the periodontium and gingival unit. Review of terminology associated with the periodontium will be covered in addition to the attachment apparatus. The information covered in this episode will provide the listener with just enough of the basics of the periodontium and gingival unit to be able to complete periodontal charting and gingival assessment activities in the clinical setting. Study sheets available: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

Let’s take a look at the orofacial structures of the face, neck, and oral cavity. The listener will be provided with the introductory landmarks of the face and neck as well as the landmarks within the oral cavity. Comprehensive understanding of these landmarks are essential components of the oral cancer screening exam that is performed on all patients as part of the assessment in the clinical setting. The variants of normal that exist in patient populations will also be covered and are essential for clinicians to know when performing the oral cancer screening assessment. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

Form and function brings us back to geometry. There are connections between tooth shapes and their function within the dentition. There is a method to the design characteristics of the dentition. There are general rules related to the function of the dentition that we will review as well as some of the considerations for dysfunction that can evolve when the form and function are improperly configured. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER

This episode will provide listeners with the three most common tooth designation systems used in the USA. The Universal, ISO, and Palmer Notation Systems will be reviewed. This information is an essential component of skill development in the clinical setting as it relates to charting, instrumentation basics, and communication around the dentition between clinicians.Study Sheets : https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Resources: Textbook: Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins, 13th edition. Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2021. Textbook: Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. Fehrenbach & Popowics, 5th edition. Elseveir, 2020. Take a look at a recent product I tried and recommend. BRIO https://bit.ly/thehappyflosser Promo Code: HAPPYFLOSSER