Your Official ADHA Podcast

This week Matt chats with Melissa Calhoun, RDH, MSDH, MAADH, who has moved states multiple times as a military spouse and been licensed in every single one. Melissa shares some of the professional challenges she faced moving from Florida to Tennessee to Maryland and now California, including having to re-take her clinical board exam in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic on a mannequin. Melissa is currently the president-elect of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene (AADH) and shares a little bit about the organization and her new role. 

Learn more about the AADH at www.aadh.org

Learn more about dental hygiene licensure at www.adha.org/licensure

For more information on the progress of the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Interstate Licensure Compact visit compacts.csg.org/compact-updates/dentistry-and-dental-hygiene/

ADHA Annual Conference and awards information is at www.adha2023.org 

Improving value-based care, medical-dental integration and dental therapy are important initiatives that ADHA® member Misty Davis, RDH, BS, actively works on. Misty serves in a unique role, expanding and elevating these initiatives as the oral health program manager for the Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA). Listen in as your host, Matt Crespin, RDH, MPH, uncovers what drives Misty’s resolve and passion for furthering and advocating for improved oral health access and outcomes, and her hopes for the future of our profession!

More information about MPCA's oral health initiatives can be found at https://www.mpca.net/page/oral 

This week, the ADHA podcast closes out National Dental Hygiene Month 2022 with our partner from Colgate®. Your host, Matt, focuses on the theme of empowerment and continues the conversation with Phyllis Martina, RDH, MBA of Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Mandy Dennis, RDH, Nicole Ortega, RDHAP, and Jessica Allbritten, RDH. Get empowered by these authors, entrepreneurs, direct access providers, practice movers and shakers, business managers, and then some! This podcast will leave you feeling inspired and ready to shape the career path you envision for yourself.

This week, Matt is joined by Jennifer Frame, RDH, BSDH and author/speaker Rachel Lewis to discuss pregnancy loss and how to best support patients, spouses, friends and colleagues during an extremely challenging time in their lives. As dental providers, we are often among the first to know when a patient is expecting and when a pregnancy loss occurs. By sharing her personal story of loss as a mother, Rachel discovered her passion for writing and speaking as a way to help others cope and continue to hope.

Rachel's website and additional resources: www.thelewisnote.com/adha

Additional grief and loss resources: https://www.chawisconsin.org/initiatives/grief-and-bereavement/ 

https://www.chawisconsin.org/initiatives/injury-prevention-death-review/

This week Matt sits down with recent ADHA Presidential Citation recipient Latisha Canty, RDH, BS, MSN to chat about her role as the president of the National Dental Hygienists’ Association (NDHA). Listen in to learn about the great work NDHA is doing under Latisha's leadership to advocate for improved access to care, and to encourage and support more minority dental hygienists to enter the profession. They also discuss the ongoing efforts between ADHA and NDHA to strengthen the relationship and join forces to advance our shared passion for oral health. Matt also lets us in on a few highlights from his recent trip across the pond to the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) in Dublin, Ireland. Listen now!

ADHA Apology for role in systemic racism: https://www.adha.org/resources-docs/ADHA__ApologytoNDHA_3_2_22.pdf

This week we’re entering the microbiome zone with Maria Perno Goldie, RDH, MS, to talk about new clinical data on adjunctive oral hygiene regimens and what barriers to adoption there might be for some patients. Matt and Maria discuss the research and address questions that came up during the recent webinar on the topic, as well as the special issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene that hit ADHA member mailboxes last month. Matt also shares some exciting updates about the initial draft of the Dentist and Dental Hygiene Compact legislation and ways you can contribute to the next phase of this important work. Podcast sponsored by Listerine. Listen in!

This week, Matt chats with Jeanette Lalli, RDH, who is the recent winner of the ADHA 2022 Esther Wilkins Future Leader Award. As Community Service Committee Lead, SADHA Secretary, and the current President of the Arizona Dental Hygienists’ Association, Jeanette is inspiring fellow hygienists with her passion and drive. Tune in for more about their favorite moments from ADHA22 Louisville and how Jeanette’s journey as a hygienist has shaped her approach to leadership and advocacy.

This week, Matt chats with Megen Elliott, MS-OCL, RDH, CDA, a clinician turned educator who now puts her love of the dental field to use to guide others on their journey to a new profession. Listen in as they talk conference highlights and first-timer tips to help you make the most of your ADHA22 Louisville experience. If you haven’t yet registered get ready for some serious FOMO. Not to worry, there’s still time to join us in Kentucky! Tune in for amazing education tracks, super-fun social events, ticket pick-up logistics and everything else you need to know about the when and where of it all.

Matt chats with author, speaker and mentor Kari Carter-Cherelus, RDH, DA. Listen in as they discuss the importance of educating hygienists about mental health and burnout. Kari is passionate about helping hygienists recognize the signs and implement effective strategies to overcome the damaging effects. Be sure to add Kari’s session to your must-attend list at ADHA22. Matt also talks about getting ready to gather live in Louisville this June, celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage month in May and Pride all month long.

ADHA Apology for role is systemic racism: https://www.adha.org/resources-docs/ADHA__ApologytoNDHA_3_2_22.pdf

This week, Matt chats with Kelli Jaecks, MA, RDH, and Jill Rethman, RDH, BA (both ADHA Past Presidents) about their current roles as delegates from ADHA to the International Federation of Dental Hygienists and the upcoming International Symposia on Dental Hygiene this August in Dublin, Ireland. Listen in to learn more about the important work they do as delegates and to hear what they are most looking forward to doing in Ireland. 

https://isdh2022.com/

https://isdh2022.com/

https://adha2022.org/index.asp

ADHA Advocacy Video: https://adhavoices.gv-one.com/video.html?v=cFh1JBUrM1M%3D&token=e9fb7cffff0321e733c9d98089484a0e

Be an ADHA Ambassador! Email meetings@adha.net by May 6. 

Register for ADHA Annual Conference: www.adha2022.net

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Ready for PART II? Our expert ADHA and ADA panel is back to continue the discussion about the recent research release of "COVID-19 and the Dental Hygienist”. Join us for more on what we are learning about the impact of the pandemic on the dental hygiene workforce, infection control practices and vaccine acceptance. Tune in and if you haven’t already, be sure to check out the full manuscripts from the longitudinal study featured in this month’s issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene.

To read the full studies discussed on this episode visit: www.jdh.adha.org 

To learn more about the research done by the ADA Health Policy Institute visit: https://www.ada.org/resources/research/health-policy-institute

Our expert ADHA and ADA panel is here to answer your questions following the recent research release of "COVID-19 and the Dental Hygienist". We were flooded with interest and great discussion following the recent webinar on the same topic, and this part one of a two-part Official ADHA Podcast goes deeper into what we are learning about the impact of the pandemic on the dental hygiene workforce, infection control practices and vaccine acceptance. Tune in and if you haven’t already, be sure to check out the full manuscripts from the longitudinal study featured in this month’s issue of The Journal of Dental Hygiene.

To read the full studies discussed on this episode visit: www.jdh.adha.org 

To learn more about the research done by the ADA Health Policy Institute visit: https://www.ada.org/resources/research/health-policy-institute

Music: Spark Of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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This short video explains the MSB approach to caries management: https://vimeo.com/114512516

This film explains or large effectiveness trial sponsored by the federal Medicare and Medicaid Innovation Center: MSB Program Video (Longer Version)

from:

-Lumsden, C.L., Wolf, R. L., Contento, I., Basch, C., Zybert, P., Koch, P., and Edelstein, B. L. “Feasibility, Acceptability, and Short-term Behavioral Impact of the MySmileBuddy Intervention for Early Childhood Caries.” Journal of Healthcare for the Poor and Underserved. 2019. 30(1):59-69. Available at: https://muse.jhu.edu/article/717732/summary

- Lumsden, C. L., Andrews, H. A., Leu, C. S., Edelstein, B. L. “Changes in Knowledge and Beliefs of Community Health Workers Following an Oral Health Intervention Training Program.” Journal of Prevention and Intervention in the Community. 2019. 47(1): 54-65. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1080/10852352.2018.1547309

- Custodio-Lumsden, C., Wolf, R. L., Contento, I., Basch, C., Zybert, P., Koch, P., and Edelstein, B. L. “Validation of an Early Childhood Caries Risk Assessment Tool in a Low-income Hispanic Population.” Journal of Public Health Dentistry. 2016. 76(2):136-142. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1111/jphd.12122

- Chinn CH, Levine J, Matos S, Findley S, Edelstein BL. An inter-professional collaborative approach in the development of a caries risk assessment mobile tablet application: My Smile Buddy. J Health Care Poor Underserved. 2013 Aug;24(3):1010-20. doi: 10.1353/hpu.2013.0114. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4523798

- Levine J, Wolf RL, Chinn C, Edelstein BL. MySmileBuddy: an iPad-based interactive program to assess dietary risk for early  childhood caries. J Acad Nutr Diet. 2012 Oct;112(10):1539-42. doi: 10.1016/j.jand.2012.06.010. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3556790/

- Lumsden CL, Edelstein BL, Basch CE, Wolf RL, Koch PA, McKeague I, Leu C-S, Andrews H. Protocol for a family centered behavioral intervention to reduce early childhood caries: the MySmileBuddy program efficacy trial. https://bmcoralhealth.biomedcentral.com/track/pdf/10.1186/s12903-021-01582-4.pdf  

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This week, Matt is talking all things Virtual Dental Hygiene Leadership Summit. He will be joined by ADHA Director of Education & Research, Dr JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH,MS, AFAAOM and Pam Zarkowski, BSDH, MPH, JD, who will be speaking at the March 4-5, 2022 Summit. Expand your expertise and learn the role ethics and critical decision making play in the daily lives of dental hygienists regardless of workplace setting. Plus, Matt will share the origins of Black History Month and Chinese (Lunar) New Year as we continue to focus on inclusion, diversity and equity issues.

ADHA Leadership Summit - www.adhaleadershipsummit.org 

Black History Month - www.blackhistorymonth.gov

Chinese/Lunar New Year - www.chinesenewyear.net 

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Links:

ADHA Annual Conference: www.adha2022.org

ADHA Leadership Summit: www.adhaleadershipsummit.org

Council on State Governments: https://compacts.csg.org

This week, Matt is kicking off the new year with his guests Tracy Brunkhorst, RDH, EPDH and Ilya Babiy, RDH, MS, EPP. Listen in as they discuss how networking led to their connection and ignited their passion to serve their community. Learn how Ilya’s love of teaching helped make his dream come full circle. And discover how being the ADHA 2021 Community Outreach Award winner has impacted Tracy’s professional journey. Matt will also be sharing some exciting updates on upcoming ADHA events and activities.

Quotes: 

“It’s never too late to do something new in your career.”

“You could have pushed me over with a feather that day.”

“I had the best teachers in the whole world.”

“Finding a mentor is key.”

“It takes a lot of grit.

“You have a have a strong network of people around you.”

Important links:

Leadership Summit: https://adhaleadershipsummit.org

ADHA Awards Program: https://adha2022.org/aaStatic.asp?SFP=WUhIWlBBSFBAOTIwN0BBREhBMjIgQXdhcmRzIFByb2dyYW0

ADHA 2022 Annual Conference: https://adha2022.org

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Final ADHA podcast of 2021! We’re closing the year as the best-for-last conversation continues with ADHA President, Sharlee Burch, RDH, MPH, EdD. Part two includes more highlights from the year as well as a look ahead at some anticipated initiatives and events including our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the Dental Hygiene Leadership Summit (virtual and live) and ADHA22 in Louisville. Don’t miss it and get ready for a fabulous 2022. https://bit.ly/3ECtqMd

Quotes:

“We are really focused on engaging with our members and being the voice of dental hygiene and bringing in more and more voices.” 

“This is how you can set up your nonprofit system to be successful.” 

“We want to be effective as an association.” 

“We want to be a place that is inclusive.” 

“It’s okay if it looks different than it did 60 years ago, the way we practice isn’t the same as it was 60 years ago.” 

“We want to be the resource for dental hygienists looking to grow their skill set and confidence and bolster their careers.” 

“We are going to be 100 years old, can you believe it!”

Links 

www.apha.org   

https://www.apha.org/APHA-Communities/Member-Sections/Oral-Health 

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.

COVID QUESTION EMAIL: rdhcovidinfo@ahda.net

www.ADHA2021.org 

Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net 

ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports 

Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,

membership updates, renewals and conference registration!

FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/ 

American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/

ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/

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