Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Your Official ADHA Podcast
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| On Policy, Workforce & Professional Autonomy (Ep 150) | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:32:52 | |
Bonus Episode! Matt welcomes Erin Haley-Hitz for an eye-opening conversation about ADA’s recent resolutions on approaches to solving the dental hygiene workforce shortage, a clarification of what resolutions are, and what this could actually mean in terms of policy. Plus, a frank conversation about professional autonomy for dental hygienists as a preview for a free January webinar on the topic. A “can’t miss” 30-minute episode these ADHA leaders.
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| Wake Up to the Oral Impact of Sleep Medicine (Ep 149) | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:31:23 | |
Oral care implications of sleep disorders are multifaceted. Dental professionals are increasingly vital in identifying and supporting treatment for sleep disorders. Dr. Radfar shares with host Matt Crespin, the keys to the successful integration of sleep medicine into his dental practice. He bridges the gap with insights, treatment implications for oral health, and practical tools to help you support and advocate for those in your care who suffer from sleep disorders. This episode is generously sponsored by Aquoral.
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| Podversations at ADHA24 Friday Ep (140) | 27 Jul 2024 | 00:33:05 | |
Enjoy a new ADHA24 Podversations episode with quick 10-minute audio snapshots from the exhibit hall with guests Nicole Stout, RDH, Crest + Oral-B Hygienist Proud student award winner; Andrea Johnson, RDH, MS, from Crest + Oral-B; Whitney Howerton, MDH, RDH, CDIPC, from PDT; and Dr. Anu Bharadwaj, DMD, from Kenvue. Hear about the latest and greatest on the exhibit floor, and what attendees are enjoying at ADHA and in New Orleans!
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| 050- Matt talks with Tameka Schley Lee, RDH, BSDH | 23 Feb 2021 | 00:27:57 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Tameka Schley Lee, RDH, BSDH to talk about her role within the Georgia Dental Hygiene Association, and her experiences through her career with the ADHA.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I supported 8 offices within a large DSO.”
“Seeing is believing, having that 3D image.”
“I am a believer that dentistry is a relationship.”
“I wanted more for myself, and more for my patients.”
“When I finally stood up for myself I felt empowered.”
“I wanted to grow more and be a leader within my practice.”
“Join a community, follow your passions, revisit your goals, join your local ADHA.”
“ADHA has brought me professional development alone.”
“Whether you think you can do a thing, or you think you can’t, you are right.”
“Say yes and follow your passion.”
Links
Empowerrdh - Facebook
@empoweredrdh - Instagram
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 049- Matt talks with Marie Paulis, RDH | 16 Feb 2021 | 00:30:31 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Marie Paulis, RDH to talk about the COVID-19 vaccine, specifically dental hygienists administering COVID-19 vaccines, and supporting their communities.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“When you are a leader and move in a certain direction and decide to do something, you will never make everyone happy.”
“These things are always a team effort.”
“They are doing those training programs all over the state.”
“They are doing 6 people at a time, every half hour.”
“It is a little less technique sensitive than intraoral injections.”
“There are no injections we give in the mouth that you use a dart like motion.”
“This came up and I said here is my way to really give back and to really make a difference.”
“Look at someone who has achieved what you want to achieve, and ask them how they did it.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 048-ADHA and ACT Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month | 09 Feb 2021 | 00:19:38 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Valoree Althoff, MHA, BSDH, PRP, CP to talk about National Children’s Dental Health Month and the partnership and collaboration between ACT Kids Anticavity and ADHA.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“National Children’s Dental Health Month has been happening for a number of years, but I think it is still gaining traction.”
“It is our duty as providers to do what we can to provide access to oral health services.”
“I hope all hygienists, even if you are not a member of ADHA, share the message of National Children’s Dental Health Month.”
“ACT now offers dye free products.”
“I believe we have yet to see how much this pandemic has impacted oral health.”
“When kids have the dexterity to tie their own shoes, they often have the dexterity to brush their own teeth.”
“Fluoride is a naturally occurring element.”
“Everything in life depends on the right dosing, even sun, water and exercise.”
“Kids mimic what their parents do, so it starts with the parents.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 047- Matt Talks to Jessica Jensen RDH! | 02 Feb 2021 | 00:32:42 | |
This week Matt Crespin is kicking off Children’s Dental Health Month! Matt is joined by Jessica Jensen RDH, MSOL(c), BS to talk about Jessica’s journey, and working with pediatric patients.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I knew I always wanted to help people.”
“I was at my dental appointment, crying in the chair, because I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life.” “I managed 4 of those clinics, and 33 hygienists.”
“Kids move placements a lot unfortunately.”
“Vital medical and dental information was not always getting disseminated.”
“I need friends, where do I find people, and she said ‘we are good people, come hang out with us’.”
“Don’t be afraid to sing Disney songs with them, and sing them often.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 046- Matt Talks with Daniel Lopez, RDH! | 26 Jan 2021 | 00:38:36 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Daniel Lopez, RDH who is a dental hygienist practicing in a Federally Qualified Health Center in New York City.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“The best advice I can give you...talk to your local health department.”
“At an FQHC 50% of the Board of Directors need to be patients or clients of the FQHC.”
“It is a way to ensure the care is by and for the people.”
“I would wake up to the cooler trucks going down Broadway to go store more bodies.”
“It was a daily reminder of the massive loss of life that is still going on.”
“HIV doesn’t affect the day to day of dentistry.”
“I learned that a lot of our education is outdated in terms of how safe we need to be.”
“You need to treat HIV patients like any other patient.”
“I think after graduating we have to unlearn a lot of things.”
“I see a lot of people who have never had dental care, or it’s been decades.”
“This is what the world is like when there are no barriers to scientific research.”
“We have less than 25% compliance with the vaccine in our clinic, and because of that, we probably will not be given future doses.”
“We have a public responsibility to each other.”
“I believe that if you don’t believe in, and pay into the ADHA, you have no right to demand.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 045- Matt Welcomes Katie Conklin, MS, RDH to the Podcast! | 19 Jan 2021 | 00:30:21 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Katie Conklin, MS, RDH to discuss her experience with ADHA, and its impact on her current role in dental hygiene.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I always saw dental hygiene as a way for health.”
“If you go into dental hygiene you can set your own schedule, and you can travel the world.”
“It was the opportunity through the ADHA to have the opportunity to take more of a leadership role.”
“We learned to stand within ourselves, and be present and prepared.”
“Our goal is to improve the oral health of the underserved children in California.”
“All people can be happy and healthy, it is as simple as that.”
“I saw kids with holes in their teeth, and they didn’t know they could get help.”
“Take the leap of faith, people will come, doors will open for you.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 044- Matt Talks to Canadian Hygienist, Irene Iancu, RDH! | 12 Jan 2021 | 00:48:30 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by international guest from Canada, Irene Iancu, RDH.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Dental Hygienists for the better part of a decade have been able to open their own practice.”
“To the public, they don’t know a dental hygienist owns the practice.”
“I was tired of asking for permission for things.”
“I wanted my own say, in my own treatment plans.”
“We’ve had 612 new patients in 5 months.”
“I am not afraid to treat children.”
“Kids are like bees, they can smell fear, and they feed off your energy.”
“I am my own worst enemy.”
“Whether you use all the resources or not, you are investing in dental hygiene.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 043- Matt Welcomes Emily Miller-Beisel, RDH! | 05 Jan 2021 | 00:33:50 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Emily Miller-Beisel, RDH, hygienist and professional barrel racer.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I’ve been everything from a full time hygienist to a part time hygienist depending on my rodeo schedule.”
“It didn’t take me long to realize I liked to go really fast.”
“A couple hundredths of a second can cost you $10,000.”
“Hard work is rewarded, but you have to put in the time.”
“We are going to get you a checkbook, and you are going to learn to balance it, if you don’t make enough at the rodeo to pay your entry fees for the next one, you won’t go.”
“To me it’s a no brainer to support fellow dental hygienists.”
Links
Emily Facebook Page https://m.facebook.com/emrmiller/
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 042- Matt Talks with Connie Traynor, RDH All About DSOs! | 29 Dec 2020 | 00:28:29 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Connie Traynor, RDH to talk about DSO’s and the Dental Hygiene role within a DSO.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“What you learn in school is a drop in the bucket to what you learn when you first get out.”
“I’ve been with Midwest and I’ve never had a quota, clinically.”
“We were able to get those items in high demand, versus some private practices.”
“A lot less travel, a lot more Zoom.”
“ADHA has impacted me both personally and professionally.”
“I grew up on a dairy farm so I was working since I could walk.”
“Whether you work for a DSO or private practice the biggest thing I advocate for is lifelong learning.”
“Don’t get so stuck in your ways that you are not open to continual learning, because that is what keeps you relevant.”
Links
ADSO: https://www.theadso.org
Smile Brands Article https://smilebrands.com/pressrelease/smile-brands-completes-acquisition-of-midwest-dental/
$20 in 2020 Challenge! https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/20in2020
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 041- Matt Talks to Betty Kabel, RDH Past President of ADHA! | 22 Dec 2020 | 00:43:53 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Betty Kabel, RDH Past President of ADHA. Betty shares with us her journey through Dental Hygiene, ADHA and her School Based Dental Program, highlighting a personal story that shows the importance of these programs.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Hang on to that last copy of Access because it will be the last one you receive in the mail.”
“I knew in 8th grade that I wanted to be a dental hygienist.”
“We just started our 9th year in the school.”
“I’ve been talking the talk, now I need to walk the walk.” “We have expanded and are going into a new county.”
“They thought the child had Covid-19, they missed the symptoms of a toothache.”
“His mom was giving him brake fluid to mask the pain of the toothache.”
“We are not just saving a tooth, we are saving lives.”
“I feel like there is a firehose of decay.”
“If you are not using SDF please talk to me, this has been a game changer for us.”
“I could not have started the program without the Institute for Oral Health.”
“We have the passion, purpose and mission… and we like to have fun.”
“I worked in every area of that skating rink.”
“Surround yourself with people who believe in you, even when you don’t believe in yourself.”
Links
$20 in 2020 Challenge! https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/20in2020
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| Podversations at ADHA24 Thursday (Ep 139) | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:21:21 | |
Step onto the ADHA24 exhibit floor for short "podversations" with Ellen Guritzky, MSJ, RDH, FADHA, AHFI, CHC, from Haleon, Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc, FADHA, from Love Hygiene and Hayley Buckner, RDH, FADHA, from Elevate Oral Care who chat with ADHA Podcast Host Matt Crespin, RDH, MPH, FADHA, about their experiences at ADHA24, in NOLA, and the latest and greatest from their organizations.
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| 040- Matt Talks With Laurie Brenchley RDH, BS! | 15 Dec 2020 | 00:32:29 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Laurie Brenchley RDH, BS who works for the National Institute of Health in the NIDCR Oral Immunity and Inflammation Unit to talk about research and the work she does!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“As I was treating some of these patients, I noticed I was really interested in treating patients that had immunodeficiencies.”
“I saw this as my dream job and I still do.”
“I see them clinically and take research samples from those patients.”
“Annually our research protocol is reviewed by the Institutional Review Board.”
“For three years it was just me seeing all of the patients in the hospital.”
“Limiting the number of patients that come into the hospital has been the biggest change with the pandemic.”
“We at the NIH, but also citizens of the United States, are so lucky to have him.”
“You learn a lot by looking at the data collection, you are not out of the loop.”
“If you voice your desire, there are doors that can be opened for those who don’t want to only do clinical treatment.”
Links
$20 in 2020 Challenge! https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/20in2020
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 039 Matt Interviews Cynthia Chennault, Lieutenant Commander in the United States Public Health Service! | 08 Dec 2020 | 00:35:56 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Cynthia Chennault, Lieutenant Commander in the United States Public Health Service.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“This is an easy way to give back.”
“Our goal is to raise $40,000 through this campaign.”
“She challenged me and asked where I saw my career in dental hygiene going.”
“The people of this rural community had a deep respect for the land and their culture and heritage.”
“I knew I wanted to do something different, I just didn't know exactly what.”
“There's almost 100 different hygienists that work for the United States Public Health Service.”
“HRSA has been fully operational during this pandemic.”
“When I was younger I had aspirations of being a songwriter and country music singer.”
“You taught at space camp!?”
“People may not remember what you said, or what you did, but people will always remember how you made them feel.”
Links
$20 in 2020 Challenge! https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/20in2020
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 038- Matt Discusses the Virtual Leadership Summit with Pamela Quinones and Jessica August! | 01 Dec 2020 | 00:25:35 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Pamela Quinones and Jessica August to discuss the Virtual Leadership Summit. Pam and Jessica share with us insider information on what to expect!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“There is something for everyone at this summit.”
“We are looking at leadership in totality.”
“You may not be an ADHA leader right now, but we should all be leaders in our jobs.”
“I am really excited that we are giving back to our members, and that we are giving them what they asked for.”
“I think we have the best job in the world.”
Links
$20 in 2020 Challenge! https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/20in2020
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 037- Matt Talks with ADHA President, Lisa Moravec, RDH, MS! | 24 Nov 2020 | 00:36:43 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by ADHA President, Lisa Moravec, RDH, MS. Lisa and Matt discuss what Lisa's year as President has held so far, and important updates and events coming up!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“My year has been busy, but in a different way then past Presidents.”
“We are moving into the winter season and we need to be vigilant.”
“Her takeaway of assuming anyone in your chair has Covid-19 was a good takeaway.”
“Embrace the leader that you already are.”
“It’s important for us to be very transparent with you, so that you know what is going on.”
“Continue to imagine what the future of dental hygiene can look like.”
Links
https://www.adha.org/adha-bot-meeting-highlights
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 036- Matt Talks With Deirdre M Fiorini, MSDH, RDH! | 17 Nov 2020 | 00:43:24 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Deirdre M Fiorini, MSDH, RDH. Deirdre is an ADHA member and a hygienist currently based out of Ireland.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“The United Kingdom does an assessment and I figured out that it is an incredible amount of information.”
“You need syllabi from every course you have ever taken, with an emblem on each page from the university, signed by the dean and director.”
“Luckily, I was very organized from the very beginning.”
“Organization is key, that really helped me.”
“When I started in my first office, my Dentist encouraged me to be an ADHA member and paid for my membership.”
“Great things never came from comfort zones.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 035- Matt Talks to Registered Dental Therapist, Heather Luebben RDH, ADT, MS! | 10 Nov 2020 | 00:45:13 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Registered Dental Therapist, Heather Luebben RDH, ADT, MS to discuss her career path and what led her to dental therapy!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“ADHA is a huge supporter of dental therapy.”
“It's a great opportunity for a new provider to help address the immense access to care issues we are seeing in the United States.”
“Dental therapists are not intended to replace dentists, they are meant to compliment dentists.”
“When you have all of these different providers practicing to the top of their scope, you have a much more efficient environment.”
“Hygiene was how I established my patient base.”
“Now we get more calls for job openings than there are dental therapists in the state.”
“If you are thinking about it, I would go for it."
Links
https://www.appletreedental.org/meet-us/our-organization/
https://www.adha.org/resources-docs/Expanding_Access_to_Dental_Therapy.pdf
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 034- Matt Talks to Gina Sharps, MPH, RDH, CTTS! | 03 Nov 2020 | 00:29:03 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Gina Sharps, MPH, RDH, CTTS. Gina and Matt discuss Gina’s journey through dental hygiene, public health to dental public health and the impact ADHA has made in her career!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Assuming good intent is something I try to go in with at all times. If you can come in with that frame of mind, you can be much more productive.”
“Our staff is always ready to assist you.”
“When I was 7 years old I took a really bad fall on my bike… I was wired shut for 2 months.”
“Never say never. Seasons will change in your life, you will change, and your professional goals will change as well."
“I love that no day looks the same.”
“We have a laundry list of projects that involve the community.”
“We are at every table we are invited to, and sometimes it is making a place at the table.”
“I view ADHA as my professional compass.”
“I have met some of the most brilliant and passionate colleagues through ADHA and for that I am so grateful.”
“In public health the community is your patient.”
“Never ever be afraid to reinvent yourself.”
“When you become stagnant in your life, it is time to reinvent yourself. It may not be easy, but it will be well worth it.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 033- Matt Talks to Heather Tuthill, MPH, BSDH, RDH! | 27 Oct 2020 | 00:29:52 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Heather Tuthill, MPH, BSDH, RDH to talk about her journey in Dental Hygiene with ADHA and working through the pandemic!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“He told me you can be in debt for 4 years or 12 years, and 4 sounded way better.”
“I heard the sound of that calculus popping off with the scaler and I knew that was what I wanted to do.”
“Look, if daycare isn't open, I can’t come back to work.”
“I feel like we are playing therapy even more.”
“The role that you play in educating them, puts them at an advantage down the road."
“There is something out there for everyone, and we all need to come together and work together for the greater good of everybody.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 032 Matt Talks to ADHA Member Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD! | 20 Oct 2020 | 00:36:50 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by ADHA Member Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD to fill us in on her journey in dental hygiene and current work.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“If you join as a new member now, you receive membership for the remainder of 2020 and all of 2021!”
“When someone sees something in you, it's important to investigate that.”
“I realized there was such a gap in information when it came to leadership.”
“It is hard to know who I would be today without my professional organization.”
“When I am asked how I got to where I am today… it starts with one step.”
“If we are virtual, let’s spread the love.”
“With leadership you don't know where people are in their journey. They don't know what they don't know.”
“In many different ways, everyone mentors somebody.”
“The first thing that people see are your teeth and your shoes.”
“Asking myself, ‘What no longer serves me?’ really ups my A-Game.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 031- Matt Talks with Jeannette Diaz! | 13 Oct 2020 | 00:34:40 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Jeannette Diaz, a return guest of the ADHA Podcast. They discuss the experiences of men in dental hygiene and Jeannette’s research in this topic!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I had the privilege and honor of serving as the first male president of our association in our nearly 100 year history.”
“All of my work is mobile.”
“RDHAP allows the hygienists to have their own hygiene practice as either a stand alone practice in an area with a shortage of dentists or a mobile practice.”
“I haven’t seen any patients since the beginning of when the pandemic hit.”
“There was discrimination from not only patients, but employers.”
“They were told by the agency, ‘It isn’t going to work out, they are not looking for a male hygienist.’”
“You knew what they were thinking, but they didn’t say it.”
“In the UK they didn’t experience discrimination… it sounded like their laws were more strict against that than they are here in the USA.”
“In his environment, if you are a white female, you are in the minority, which is almost unheard of.”
“As time goes on, I think we will start to see that shift.”
“I am inspired every time I get to vote and make that choice.”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| ADHA24 in NOLA! Know Before You Go (Ep 138) | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:32:17 | |
Next up! ADHA24 in the Big Easy! Before you pack your bags, get this insider’s guide to the dental hygiene event of the year as Matt is joined by Leah Johnson, CMP, DES, ADHA’s Director of Meetings, Corporate Development and IOH. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a veteran meeting-goer, get all the best tips to make the most of your visit. From transportation and ticketing to education and fabulous social events – listen, learn and let the good times roll at ADHA24 in NOLA! Download your NOLA guide to do thing right from our friend Michelle Strange the Roaming Dental Hygienist. | |||
| 030- Matt Talks with Tiffany M. Foy, RDH, MPH! | 06 Oct 2020 | 00:26:25 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Tiffany M. Foy, RDH, MPH to discuss her role within ODHA, and the rewarding work she does in school based programs!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“9 years later I am still with the same employer, that job has transformed into the dream career.”
“I am able to be that first step to get them more comfortable, and work towards making an appointment.”
“Right now I am providing services through teledentistry.”
“Often the parents are not aware their child has a mouth full of cavities.”
“As the schools continue to be closed, those cavities continue to grow bigger and bigger.”
“I truly wouldn’t be where I am at without the association.”
“When I think of someone fearless, I think of a leader, and we are all leaders.”
“Work together, be a resource, be part of the solution!”
Links
https://abcnews.go.com/WNT/video/year-donates-birthday-presents-sets-scrap-metal-business-72782263
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 029 - Matt Talks with Laura Mallery-Sayre, RDH | 29 Sep 2020 | 00:34:29 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by long time ADHA member, Laura Mallery-Sayre to talk to us about her 51 year journey with dental hygiene! Episode Highlights
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| 028 - Matt Talks with Kelly Archambeau, RDH | 22 Sep 2020 | 00:24:24 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Kelly Archambeau, RDH who was the recipient of one of the Institute of Oral Health Mars Wrigley Foundation Community Service Grants. Episode Highlights
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| 027 - Matt Talks with Alyssa Aberle, RDH! | 15 Sep 2020 | 00:42:02 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Alyssa Aberle who Dental Hygienist in the Public Health Realm and has a unique roll within the Colorado Dental Hygienists Association! Episode Highlights
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| 026 - Matt Talks with New ADHA Board Member, Jennifer Frame! | 08 Sep 2020 | 00:37:44 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us some of the best ways to get involved with ADHA and is joined by a brand new board member, Jennifer Frame!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“The boots on the ground do a lot of hard work”
“I tell her all the time she is my end all be all”
“The first day I put on the N-95 mask I thought I was going to have a panic attack”
“I realized if I every had to touch someones feet I would probably die.. so I went to the mouth, and I love the mouth”
“I have always prided myself on dealing well with difficult people”
“He said he prided himself of surrounding himself with the best and thought I was amongst the best… he ended up paying for half of my tuition”
“I didn’t realize district 12 was 6 states”
“I am a listener, I am going to soak up as much as I can”
“I was overwhelmed, in a good way”
“If at first you don’t succeed, try again. Don’t be afraid to fail”
“It's not enough to be in the right place at the right time, you have to be the right person, in the right place at the right time”
“Get comfortable with being uncomfortable”
Links https://www.adha.org/involvement-opportunities
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 025 - Matt Talks with Erin Haley-Hitz about the ADHA Taskforce on Return to Work! | 01 Sep 2020 | 00:33:34 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us some ADHA Updates related to COVID-19 and is joined by Erin Haley-Hitz who is a member of the Board of Trustees for ADHA and was the Board Advisor for the ADHA Taskforce on Return to Work!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I'm in the trenches”
“I was that strange kid that thought it was great to go to the dentist”
“Oddly enough my mom was deathly afraid of going to the dentist… I didn’t know until I asked her to be a patient in my chair”
“She said we really need a delegate and I think you would be great”
“My mentor is now the President”
“ADHA is so much more than Dental Hygiene for me”
“Our staff just makes things so beautiful and easy to read”
“I felt like I was part of the NFL draft and these were the MVP’s”
“This is a reset time in our profession and lives, if we can be flexible that is the best thing”
“Never in her career did she think she would be shopping for 46 washer and dryers”
Links https://www.adha.org/adha-interim-guidance-on-returning-to-work
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 024- Matt Talks with Carol Jahn, Director of Professional Relations & Education at Water Pik, Inc. | 25 Aug 2020 | 00:33:06 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us about the work with ADHA and Water Pik, Inc! He is joined by Carol Jahn, Director of Professional Relations & Education at Water Pik, Inc.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“So many times people say ‘ I don’t know what I want to to’ … and I understand that”
“Pre-Covid I probably spent 60% of the time on the road”
“She does the research, and I tell you what it means”
“It is really about the person in your chair”
“Think of them beyond the patient, think of them as a person”
“It's bigger than, what’s the bone loss that is there”
“We are going to get better about this if we do have some disagreements”
“We would like things one way, but that is not the real world”
“I’ve never been to an ADHA meeting where I’ve come away without being really proud to be in this profession”
“If you go to an annual meeting you will never be the same, and you will have 100 new friends”
Links
https://www.adha.org/sites/default/files/Chairside_Guide_Staging_and_Grading_Periodontitis.pdf
Carol’s Email: cjahn@waterpik.com
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 023- Matt Talks with Chris Farrell, President of ASTDD | 18 Aug 2020 | 00:38:53 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us about his work in public health, ASTDD, and is joined by Chris Farrell who is the Michigan State Dental Director and President of ASTDD. Episode Highlights
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| 022- Matt Talks with ADHA CEO Ann Battrell! | 11 Aug 2020 | 00:56:49 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us some exciting updates from ADHA and is joined by ADHA CEO, Ann Battrell! Episode Highlights
“After years of declining membership this year we are seeing an uptick” “I didn’t even know I was named this year” “When I dove in and saw the same you were in company with, it's amazing” “I was discouraged from applying, I was lucky I had a mom that kept pushing me to apply” “I was this young farm girl from rural Illinois that was plopped down in the middle of Chicago” “I am one of those crazy people that absolutely loves strategic planning” “What not bring on the background, expertise and experience she had” "I don’t have to be the expert there, I have to rely on them to be the experts and advice me” “I want family first as a workplace core value” “My job is to help everybody else get their job done” “When you hire really smart people, let them do their job!” “We made a recommendation I never thought we would make, we told people to stop providing care" “ADHA should change and evolve” Links 2020’s 32 Most Influential People in Dentistry https://www.incisaledgemagazine.com/mag/article/4th-annual-32-most-influential-people-in-dentistry/ Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 021- Matt Talks with Chad Webb, Current ADHA Treasurer! | 04 Aug 2020 | 00:25:21 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us some exciting updates from ADHA and is joined by Chad Webb, current ADHA Treasurer to provide you with insight to yet another area of ADHA!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“It was dentistry that caught my eye”
“Nothing was going to stop me from achieving my goal of becoming an RDH”
“When these piers would make the connection, I was in the clouds”
“Who knew that 2000 miles could make such a difference in life”
“It’s more that I was forced, but forced out of love”
“I encourage listeners to be focused on the big picture value”
“When you buy a car you are looking at the overall value, not the cost of the door panel”
"I have a deep appreciation for ADHA for going to bat for our graduating seniors”
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| Mainely Teeth: Filling The Gaps (Ep 137) | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:35:51 | |
In this episode, Matt interviews Amber Lombardi, RDH, CEO of Mainely Teeth, and Findhelp.org filmmaker Jim Tuttle about their documentary "Filling the Gaps." The film explores dental care inequity and how Amber’s non-profit, is working to address dental care accessibility throughout rural Maine. They highlight access challenges and potential solutions, including Mainely Teeth's innovative mobile efforts in the northeast. The film is premiering at an exclusive attendee-only event at the ADHA24 Annual Conference in New Orleans later this month. Matt also shares updates on the DDH Compact's progress and news from ADHA. Filling the Gaps Official Trailer https://youtu.be/QV837f2511I?si=Lb_jfNnNgkGpmXkR https://adha24.eventscribe.net/index.asp?presTarget=2757793 https://company.findhelp.com/fillingthegaps/
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| 020 Matt Talks to Sarah Jackson About Scholarships and Her Dental Hygiene Journey! | 28 Jul 2020 | 00:32:14 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us some exciting updates from ADHA and is joined by Sarah Jackson to share her journey though Dental Hygiene and ADHA.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I learned about the importance of hard work and education at a young age”
“What stood out to me about dental hygiene was the impact you could make on a patients life”
“Having someone believe in me that much, really propelled me forward”
“A lot of great people have influenced me along the way, and I am so grateful for that”
“Most of us in leadership are looking for others to mentor and help raise up”
“Any of you that saw the photos of my COVID haircut, she did the same and thought my wife virtually”
“Getting to take 22 students because we were virtual was amazing”
“I think this is the book that inspired me to be a dental hygienist”
“We rise by lifting others”
“Every single dental hygienist is a leader"
Links
Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 019 Matt is joined by Dr. Tim Ricks, Chief Dental Officer for the US Public Health Service and Assistant Surgeon General of The United States! | 21 Jul 2020 | 00:29:08 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Dr. Tim Ricks, Chief Dental Officer for the US Public Health Service and Assistant Surgeon General of The United States.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“They are taking time out of their schedules to be a part and share the important work that dental hygienists do”
“My wife called me and said how about dentistry?”
“I work every day with the most dedicated dental health professionals in the country"
“I consider these organizations and the ADHA extremely important external stakeholders”
“The main thing was that I wanted everyone to have an equal seat at the table”
“Hopefully we can expand this work group beyond the pandemic itself”
“We need to break down the silos that exist in oral health”
“I always wanted to something in service of others”
“It's not going to be the Federal Government or the Surgeon General that gets this information out it's going to be organized dentistry and you and all of us embracing those key messages together”
“ADHA has every dental hygienists voice in mind and we listen to what you say, we read every email and bring your voices to the table”
Links Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 018 Matt Talks with Cathy Draper Winner of the Award for Excellence in Dental Hygiene! | 14 Jul 2020 | 00:33:25 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Cathy Draper, RDH, ADHA Award for Excellence in Dental Hygiene Recipient. Matt and Cathy talk about Cathy's journey and experience with ADHA.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I jumped at the opportunity to go and provide dental care within those cities…the world became a much bigger place”
“I went at night, 4 nights a week to complete my bachelors”
“No he was wasn’t in the military, just a guy with a lot of wanderlust”
“In 1975 infection control looked very different than years later”
“I’ve always been involved with the association as a member, and with my local component”
“We help patients and their families access evidence based health information”
“I knew I was going to miss them, but I didn’t realize how much”
“Things are changing daily, we are on the third revision for ADHA Guidance”
“If you are passionate about teaching it can be so fulfilling”
Links
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 017 Matt Talks with the New ADHA President Elect Sharlee Burch, RDH, MPH, EdD! | 07 Jul 2020 | 00:33:02 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Sharlee Burch, RDH, MPH, EdD who is the new ADHA President-Elect! Matt and Dr. Burch talk about her background both in and outside of ADHA and where she hopes to take ADHA once she is President!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Since 1995 I have consecutively had some kind of position within ADHA”
“I have two wonderful rotten boys that I get to call rotten because they are mine”
“I contract with most of my work so I can set my own schedule”
“My husband reminds him that it took a lot of years and education to get to that point to have the autonomy”
“They often say that the VP year is your learning year”
“I am just going to soak up the opportunity that this is”
“The opportunity for innovation is so wide open”
“Now look at us, we just had a virtual annual conference, we’ve come so far”
“We were able to accomplish everything in 2 days virtually that we accomplish in 3 days in person”
Links
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 016 Matt Talk Diversity with Dr. Joy Void-Holmes | 30 Jun 2020 | 00:32:08 | |
This week Matt Crespin talks to us about civil unrest, and takes a look at the ADHA core values and actions to aid in their commitment to increase diversity and inclusion. Matt is joined by Dr. Joy Void-Holmes and they discuss ways ADHA can take action.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“We can’t simply write something down, we need to walk the walk not just talk the talk”
“I did everything they said not to do in Dental Hygiene School, I got married, I had a baby”
“Ladies and gentleman, what else can you do with a hygiene degree…there you have it”
“You can be demanding, but never demeaning”
“What is going on today is unfortunate … but necessary”
“It’s time that we have the conversation”
“ADHA has a role… but so do you, you can’t expect to have a seat at the table, when you won’t knock on the door”
“You can’t put something on paper today, and expect change tomorrow… it takes time”
“What breathes life into me is when I can impact change”
“My daughter asked me what was more important: intent or action… she is wise beyond her years"
Links
We must be united statement: https://www.adha.org/we-cannot-be-divided-we-must-be-united
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 015 ADHA Year In Review | 23 Jun 2020 | 00:29:10 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us a year in review what ADHA has done throughout the past year. Enjoy this year in review, and be sure to continue listening every week to see what ADHA accomplishes through this next year of leadership!
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“It's one of very few topics that the surgeon general office has issued a second report on”
“I was so proud to see how engaged our dental hygiene community was”
“That's right 135,000 messages to governors and lawmakers”
“Our federal partners are well aware of the issues we are facing”
“In this effort we have brought in over 1600 new members”
“We had to pivot to be able to provide our first ever virtual conference”
Links
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 014 Matt Talks Medical and Dental Integration with Katy Batani! | 16 Jun 2020 | 00:27:27 | |
This week Matt Crespin records his first episode as immediate Past ADHA President. He is joined by Katy Batani. Katy shares with us her experience in her unique role in Dental Hygiene and experiences with ADHA.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“We know that children come into medical offices far more frequently than dental offices”
“There is a huge opportunity for Dental Hygienists to reach a population that is not receiving care”
“Of our 5 projects they all have the same end goal, and all integrate the same 5 things, but are all different models”
“I just immersed myself, and I can’t picture being any other place”
“I felt a sense of pride that ADHA was at that very important table”
“We read through every single comment to hear the voices of the profession, and the concerns that they had”
“I’ve always looked back and been glad I made the jump, and grew”
“People have to be comfortable with being uncomfortable”
Links
IOH Donation Page: https://mymembership.adha.org/Members/FundraisingADHA/Fund_Options.aspx
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 013 Matt Talks with Future AHDA President Lisa Moravec! | 09 Jun 2020 | 00:32:30 | |
This week Matt Crespin records his last episode as your current sitting ADHA President. He is joined by future ADHA President Lisa Moravec, RDH, MSD.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“The role of the House of Delegates is to pass policy for the association”
“With all good things…change is necessary”
“Fresh out of dental hygiene school, I hesitated, I was worried I didn’t know enough… I had a bit of imposter syndrome”
“I am grateful for the mentors that have been their to support me”
“I hope my students learn as much as I learn from them… they are incredible”
“We are going to continue to be innovative”
“That strategic plan is our guiding force”
“When I was in high school I said I was going to break the mold”
“I believe we all have the ability to determine the kind of day we are going to have”
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 012- Matt Welcomes Jessica Rappé to Talk About the 2020 ADHA Annual Conference! | 02 Jun 2020 | 00:23:06 | |
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Jessica Rappé and shares with us recent news with ADHA highlighting information about the ADHA 2020 Conference.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Talk about making lemonade out of this, we have engaged in this really cool virtual experience”
“The education is a really packed agenda”
“It truly will be a 3D experience”
“Know that when you register you will be able to access that amazing content through August”
“Embrace your spirit of trying new things”
“We are looking at how the evolution is changing for the dental hygienist”
“You can register for the meeting through June 19th”
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,membership updates, renewals and conference registration!
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 011 Matt Highlights Support Services and Talks with Student Stacey Rudolph! | 26 May 2020 | 00:31:31 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us recent news with ADHA highlighting support services and is joined by student Stacey Rudolph.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Here I was as a second semester student, could barely number the teeth right, and here I am working with this amazing interdisciplinary team…working towards these statewide oral health goals”
“All of these little bits and pieces need to come together to see change”
“I would highly recommend any student that wants to be involved in dental public health to get as involved as you can”
“I can feel how passionate you are about that engagement”
“I feel like you are meant for bigger things, so if you want them, you need to go out and get them”
“You are not just a robot that is going to be joining this workforce, if you are going to be involved in public health you need to bring your stories, your passion, your history and add it in to the overall story”
“I admittedly didn’t know anything, but it was a great starting off point for me”
“Our daughter had open heart surgery at 4 months old and I didn’t go back to work”
“She felt really uncomfortable treating my daughter with special needs”
“There is a need here that I feel I could fulfill”
“The future of our profession, it if looks like you, and has the passion you do, I think we will be in a good place”
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| Staggering Loss of Productivity Due to Dental Issues (Ep 136) | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:30:31 | |
On this episode of the ADHA Podcast host Matt Crespin sits down with Lisa Heaton, PhD, author of a recently published report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health on the tremendous amount of lost productivity as a result of dental issues. Dr. Heaton shares some of the eye-opening findings from this study as well as mitigation opportunities for reducing the devastating economic burden of neglected oral health. Matt shares updates from ADHA including the latest issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene and continued excitement building for this summer's ADHA 2024 event in New Orleans.
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| 010 Matt Talks to Dr. JoAnn Gurenlian, Chair of ADHA Taskforce on Return To Work! | 19 May 2020 | 00:26:12 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us recent news with ADHA during COVID-19 pandemic, and is joined by Dr. JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH,PhD.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I think many Dental hygienists are starting to realize the tremendous amount of work ADHA does on behalf of hygienists”
“Daily we are averaging 50 sometimes upwards of 60 new members joining ADHA”
“We wanted to be sure we spoke to their most immediate concerns and needs"
“What if we really are not ready to return to work… and what do we really need to know”
“Things are changing so quickly… this story changes almost on a daily basis"
“There was such a high volume on our website that we actually cashed the website”
“I see this as a golden opportunity”
“I am a cancer survivor and every day that I wake up I am excited, and I am very thankful that I have one more day, and it has to be a great day for me"
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19. Conference - June 26-28, 2020 Now Online Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||
| 09 Matt Shares ADHA News and Talks With Jessica Atkinson Co-Founder of Hygiene Edge! | 12 May 2020 | 00:33:44 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us recent news with ADHA during COVID-19 pandemic, and is joined by Jessica Atkinson Co-Founder of Hygiene Edge.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“I think my favorite thing in Hygiene was watching my patients progress and take what I shared with them to make improvements with their health”
“With my students I see that process accelerated”
“From the beginning our goal was been education”
“Education is at the heart of Hygiene Edge”
“ADHA really is the caretaker of what our profession is, and what it can be”
“Step into their power, step into what they are”
“Courage is being scared, but saddling up anyway”
Links
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
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| 08-Matt Explains What ADHA is Doing During Covid-19 | 05 May 2020 | 00:22:09 | |
This week Matt Crespin shares with us recent news with ADHA during COVID-19 pandemic, and the resources available to you through ADHA.
Episode Highlights
Quotes
“Our organization passed that policy and sprung into action”
“Never would I have imagined that my presidency would include this”
“I never imagined that I would let my wife cut my hair”
“We don't know how long that will be but it is very important that we yield to the CDC guidance"
“We are at the table at these conversations”
“They are fighting for you all on a regular basis”
“More than 21,000 dental hygienists sent almost 65,000 messages to members of congress”
Links
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19 ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: | |||