A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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Jessica Atkinson, RDH and David Torres CRDH

We created A Tale of Two Hygienists in 2015 because we are passionate about helping our fellow clinicians be the best version of themselves, both professionally and personally. We Interview experts in their fields to provide better care for our patients while promoting the joys of being a dental hygienist.

Episodes · 25

Why Dry Mouth Is More Than Just a Lack of Saliva: New Insights into Xerostomia Care

Jun 13, 2026 · 13m

542 The Art of the Stroke: Hand Instrumentation in Dental Hygiene

Jun 10, 2026 · 33m

541 Implant Instrumentation: Preserving the Implant While Treating the Patient — From Single Implants to Full-Arch Fixed Prostheses

Jun 3, 2026 · 34m

540 More Than a Credential: The Responsibility, Trust, and Purpose Behind Licensure

May 27, 2026 · 32m

539 You're Not a Student Anymore — Advocating for Yourself as a Professional

May 20, 2026 · 31m

Not All Nano-Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Is Created Equal

May 16, 2026 · 4m

538 Clinic Isn't the Real World — But It Wasn't Useless Either

May 13, 2026 · 35m

537 What We're Actually Worried About: Graduating Hygienists Speak

May 6, 2026 · 37m

536 Caring for the Cancer Patient

Apr 29, 2026 · 31m

535 What Do You Say? Oral Cancer Screening Verbiage That Builds Trust

Apr 22, 2026 · 33m

534 Oral Cancer Screening: Stepping Fully Into Your Role

Apr 15, 2026 · 37m

Solventum Podcast Chat -Focus on the fluoride facts: Talking with patients about Clinpro™ Clear

Apr 11, 2026 · 34m

533 When the Provider Becomes the Patient: An RDH's Early Detection of Thyroid Cancer

Apr 8, 2026 · 29m

Dry Mouth Relief That Actually Lasts

Apr 4, 2026 · 22m

532 What We're Missing: An Oral Pathologist on Red Flags, Referrals, and Reality

Apr 1, 2026 · 35m

531 When Advocacy Doesn't Win: How to Respond When Legislation Goes the Other Way

Mar 25, 2026 · 30m

530 Legislation 101 for Hygienists: What Actually Moves the Needle

Mar 18, 2026 · 37m

Comfort, Confidence & Stronger Smiles

Mar 14, 2026 · 7m

529 Advocating for Yourself Without Burning Out

Mar 11, 2026 · 31m

528 From Complaining to Constructive: Turning Frustration Into Advocacy

Mar 4, 2026 · 31m

527 Practicing With Purpose: Lessons From the Wind River Reservation

Feb 25, 2026 · 32m

526 Pediatric Medical Emergencies & Anesthesia: Prepared, Not Panicked

Feb 18, 2026 · 35m

525 Choosing Pediatrics: Training, Practice, and the Art of Caring for Kids

Feb 11, 2026 · 29m

524 Why Sharpening Matters: Instrument Care with Christine Jeffs

Feb 4, 2026 · 28m

523 From Dental Hygiene to Glam: The Story Behind Glam Studio

Jan 28, 2026 · 30m