Disrupting Dentistry Podcast

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Welcome to Disrupting Dentistry, the podcast where two passionate dental hygienists—one from Australia and the other from America—unite to challenge the status quo of dental hygiene. With a shared commitment to high-level patient care, a deep belief in the power of science, and a drive to innovate, we are here to revolutionize the practice of dental hygiene. Each episode explores cutting-edge techniques, evidence-based practices, and thought-provoking discussions about the future of the dental profession. Together, we’re challenging outdated methods, empowering professionals worldwide, and making a lasting impact on patient outcomes. If you're ready to rethink dental hygiene, embrace science, and disrupt the traditional ways of dentistry, this is the podcast for you! Join us as we boldly advocate progressive patient care and bring fresh, transformative ideas to the world of dental hygiene. Hosts: Tabitha Acret - Australian Dental Hygienist https://www.instagram.com/tabitha_dental_hygienist_/ Melissa Obrotka– American Dental Hygienist https://www.instagram.com/itsthebadasshygienist/

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Episodes

The One for Eating Disorder Awareness Week

We have released a special bonus episode for eating disorder awareness week. As dental professionals we have a unique postion in the medical team to sometimes be one of the first health care team members to identify a potenital eating disorder. We are not powerless in this situation, we can be life changing support as we can support our patients in accesing treatment for their eating disorders and help minimise and repair the damage to our patients oral health. As dental profrssionals we can be ...

Feb 28, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 7

The One About Smashing the Hygiene Ceiling

This we have the pleasure to interview the AMAZING Dr Melanie Hayes. Melanie started her career as a dental assistant before moving on to complete her Bachelor of Oral Health from the University of Newcastle in Australia. After this Mel went on to complete her Class 1 Honors, a PHD, graduate certificate in teaching, graduate certificate in Advanced leadership and Masters in Education with a major in Career Development. And she did this all before 40 and as a mum !!! Along with her amazing educat...

Feb 23, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 6

The One About Silver Fluoride

Sometimes disrupting means embracing old knowledge. On this weeks episode we talk with Cathy Boyce an Oral Health Therapist from Queensland, Australia. Cathy has been using silver fluoride for over 30 years and is an experienced clinician and international speaker on the subject. On this episode Cathy explains what is silver fluoride, why did we stop using it and why is it making a comeback? In this episode its all about embracing minimal intervention dentistry, tooth preservation, stopping the ...

Feb 10, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The One About Dental Care for Oncology Patients

On Todays episode Melissa and Tabitha talk with Jill Meyer- Lippert. Jill is a USA based Dental Hygienist who took a negative experience for her family and turned it into and inspiring business that helps both other dental clinicians, members of the health team and most importantly our patients. Jill shares her knowledge with us on how we can help our patients with their oral care during their fight for life. A little about Jill Jill Meyer- Lippert began her dental career in 1992 as a dental ass...

Jan 26, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 4

The One Where We Say Goodbye 2020

Thank you for joining us on the start of our journey in 2020, in this episode we wrap up 2020 the year that was like no other. We discuss the trials of the year but also some of the benefits and the good we will be taking from 2020. Thank you again for your support so far and we look forward to continuing our journey with you. Don't forget to share with a friend and leave a review. You can follow disrupting dentistry podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin...

Jan 16, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The One Where We Debunk the Urban Legends of Implant Maintenance

Legacy dental protocols and misinformation have become the Urban Legends of Implant Maintenance for our profession. In this episode, Melissa & Tabitha will debunk the top 5 Urban Legends of Implant Maintenance and drop some science bombs. Don't take the advice of others as law, do your research and follow the science! Go to perio.org to find heaps of science on implant maintenance and classification system.

Nov 06, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The One For Dental Hygiene Month

It's National Dental Hygiene Month! In this episode, your hosts chat about the Hx of dental hygiene and all the feels in between. You are a superhero who has the opportunity to save & change lives every day!

Oct 20, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Welcome to the Disrupting Dentistry Podcast

This is the story of two dental hygienists from opposite sides of the world, who became friends because they realized their professional lives are so in sync. One in Australia and one in America both exuding their passion for high-level patient care, both pushing back on legacy dentistry. If you are ready to revolutionize the practice of dental hygiene through science and innovation, then join us as we are Disrupting Dentistry .

Oct 06, 2020•1 hr 12 min

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