A Tale of Two Hygienists

A Tale of Two Hygienists

By Jessica Atkinson, RDH and David Torres CRDH

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A podcast for dental hygienists and all health care providers!

03/25/26

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

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, co-hosts David Torres and Jessica Atkinson sit down with Joffree Bunleang to unpack one of the most challenging realities in professional advocacy—what happens when legislation doesn't go the way you hopedRead more

03/18/26

530 Legislation 101 for Hygienists: What Actually Moves the Needle

Legislation impacts your daily practice more than most clinicians realize. In this episode, we sit down with Derik J. Sven to break down what truly drives change in dental hygiene policy — and what doesn't.   Derik shares insight into the realitiesRead more

03/14/26

Comfort, Confidence & Stronger Smiles

Tooth sensitivity can make everyday things—like drinking cold water or even getting a routine cleaning—uncomfortable for patients. In this TIPisode, Dr. Marc Geissberger shares his experience beta testing ReminGel, a professional-strength remineralizRead more

03/11/26

529 Advocating for Yourself Without Burning Out

Advocacy can feel exhausting — especially in a profession that already demands so much emotionally and physically. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Bethany Montoya, MBA, BAS, RDH to talk about how to stand up for yourself, your patients, anRead more

03/04/26

528 From Complaining to Constructive: Turning Frustration Into Advocacy

In this episode, we sit down with Danyelle Evans to explore her path from an invested clinician to becoming a state and national advocate for oral health and access to prevention.     Danyelle shares the moment that shifted her perspective from frRead more

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