Clinical

Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

Videos

Join Mastermind host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, as she and Chad Duplantis, DDS, John Flucke, DDS, Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, Rick Adelstein, DDS, and Melanie Adelstein, DMD, as they discuss a shift in thinking when it comes to dentistry. [33 minutes]

Mastermind – Episode 34: Proactive Dentistry, Diagnostics, and Early Detection

Kellie Nock is the assistant editor for Dental Products Report. She graduated from Kent State University in 2018 with a Bachelor's in Journalism. Kellie enjoys multimedia content creation with a focus on audio and video storytelling. 

Articles

By integrating comprehensive saliva testing into dental check-ups, the initiative seeks to facilitate early disease detection and personalized treatment, advancing equity and accessibility in oral healthcare for vulnerable communities.

Avēsis and Harmony Health Partner to Expand Oral Health Care for Patients with Special Health Care Needs

Stan Goff is a Managing Editor with MJH Life Sciences, which includes Dental Products Report, Dental Practice Management, Dental Lab Products, Modern Hygienist, and Dentist's Money Digest. He has covered the dental industry since 1999 and can be reached at sgoff@mjhlifesciences.com.  

While April is National Oral Cancer Awareness Month, dentists and hygienists should be on the lookout for oral cancers all year long.

Oral Cancer Screenings Can Save Lives

RADIUS’s latest toothpaste offering contains ingredients that enable immune system support as well as cavity protection and remineralization features. 

RADIUS Unveils Immune Support Toothpaste

Brandi Hooker Evans is a registered dental hygienist and consultant. 

She acquired her formal education from Idaho State University, most recently earning a master's degree in health education. Hooker Evans has served the Idaho Dental Hygienists' Association as President, as well as her local Portneuf Valley Dental Hygiene Society. With nearly 2 decades of experience as a clinician in private practice, she has treasured her time as clinical dental hygiene faculty at Idaho State University and served on the ISU Dental Hygiene Advisory Board. Currently, Hooker Evans owns and operates Stellar Outcomes and Evans Dental with her husband, Dr. Eron Evans. Furthermore, she is an American Academy of Dental Hygiene accredited continuing education provider.

How to turn prophy appointments into oral wellness check-ups.

Checking on Patient Wellness

In her book, Brandi Hooker Evans presents a light-hearted yet serious look at dental care that will be appreciated by both dental patients and professionals.

Hygiene Expert Shares 5 Ways Your Dental Hygienist Can Save Your Life in New Book

Laura Dorr is the former executive editor of DPR's Modern Dental Network and a regular contributing author.

What you need to know about how your patients’ diets impact their oral health.

Diets and Dental Hygiene

SEPA Foundation meeting focuses on controlling gingivitis and on the value of antiseptics, and guidelines for their use.

International Summit Addresses Recommendations for Oral Antiseptics 

An interview with Ashley Lerman, DDS, pediatric dentist and founder of Firstgrin, a company working to educate and provide resources to parents and pediatricians to enhance early childhood dental health.

Addressing Unmet Needs in Early Childhood Oral Care

Katrina M Sanders RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF, is a graduate and recipient of countless awards from the University of Minnesota’s School of Dentistry Division of Dental Hygiene. She is proud to currently serve on the alumni society for one of the most prestigious dental schools in the country. Katrina’s professional career emerged as an educator when she attained full-time employment with a career college in Phoenix, Arizona. A physical manifestation of Katrina’s commitment to her profession is in the development of her textbook, "Introduction to the Dental Hygiene Profession." Katrina proudly received her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with distinction through Northern Arizona University as a Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society distinguished member. Currently, Katrina is a distinguished speaker with Dental Hygiene Culture as she lectures nationally in a variety of dental hygiene continuing education content.

Podcasts

Join the Sanders sisters and Oral Cancer expert Susan Cotten, BSDH, RDH, OMT, as they dive deep on screening and the hygienist’s role in vital early detection. 

Oral-Systemic Health