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Your Mouth, Your Brain: The Alzheimer's Connection Dental Hygienists Need to Know (Ep 181)
Anne Rice, RDH, BS, has spent more than 35 years as a clinical dental hygienist — and the last several years working at the intersection of oral health and Alzheimer's prevention. In this live conversation recorded at ADHA's Integrated Care Summit 2026, Anne joins host Matt Crespin to talk about why reducing oral inflammation is a direct act of brain health protection, how blood pressure is a non-negotiable clinical data point, and what hygienists can say chairside to connect the dots for patients. She also makes the case for why dental hygienists need to start showing up in medical spaces — and stop waiting to be invited. The brain health conversation needs us at the table. Guest: Anne Rice, RDH, BS, FAAOSH, CDP Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA Important Links: www.alz.org www.adha2026.org www.adha.org/events
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