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The Chief Psycho PodcastRooted in PurposeIn this episode of the Chief Psycho Podcast, we sit down with the unstoppable Sonya Dunbar, better known as The Geriatric Toothfairy. With over 30 years of experience in dentistry, Sonya’s career spans clinical work, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and advocacy—particularly for elder oral health and access to care.Sonya opens up about her journey from Navy Veteran to nationally recognized thought leader, sharing how she built Mobile Dental Xpress, co-founded the National Mobile & Teledentistry Conference, and became a powerful voice for aging populations in dentistry.We go deep on:The...2025-06-2730 min
The Happy PracticeTransforming Oral Care: Sonya Dunbar's Mission with Mobile DentistryIn This Episode:
In this episode of the Happy Practice, we interview Sonya Dunbar, also known as the Geriatric Tooth Fairy. Sonya shares her powerful origin story of how her grandmother’s experiences in a long-term care facility inspired her to pursue geriatric oral health care. She discusses the importance of mobile dentistry and its role in providing vital services to underserved populations, from the elderly in nursing homes to homeless individuals and children in low-income areas. The episode highlights Sonya's dedication to restoring dignity to the elderly and her advocacy for better oral care access across va...2024-09-2517 min
Today's RDH Dental Hygiene PodcastAudio Article: Geriatric Care - Oral Hygiene Challenges in Care FacilitiesGeriatric Care: Oral Hygiene Challenges in Care Facilities
By Sonya Dunbar, RDH
Original article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/geriatric-care-oral-hygiene-challenges-in-care-facilities/
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STAGES with Peter Eyers‘It’s Not Where You Start But Where You Finish’ - Highlights from 500 Episodes of The STAGES PodcastTo celebrate the 500 milestone we give you a highlights package - just a few of the stand-out moments from 7 years of the STAGES podcast.It is by no means ALL of the wonderful moments, but just a few that stand out for me - joyous moments along the way.The podcast has featured on-stage and off-stage roles from a variety of genres - Musical theatre, Theatre, Dance, Opera, Vaudeville, Drag, Television, Film, Variety and Arts Education have all been explored.We’ve celebrated shows - such as the 40th Anniversary of the Australian production of CHICAGO (w...2024-07-1951 min
RDH Magazine PodcastICYMI: Golden opportunitiesProfitable geriatric dentistry with a heart
Serving geriatric patients can be a profitable part of your practice. Here are some considerations for treating this patient population while still making money.
Written by:
Sonya Dunbar, MPH, RDH
Read by:
Jackie Sanders
2024-04-0206 minRDH Magazine PodcastICYMI: Golden opportunitiesProfitable geriatric dentistry with a heart
Serving geriatric patients can be a profitable part of your practice. Here are some considerations for treating this patient population while still making money.
Written by:
Sonya Dunbar, MPH, RDH
Read by:
Jackie Sanders
2024-04-0206 min
Canada Reads American StyleInterview - Jeremy John and Robert’s Hill / Christmas BooksRebecca and Tara combine two great Christmas-related subjects.
First, an interview with Canadian author and storyteller extraordinaire Jeremy John (@jjjeremyjohn)!
Robert’s Hill (Or the Time I Pooped My Snowsuit) and Other Christmas Stories
The Strange Grave of Mikey Dunbar: and Other Stories to Make You Poop Your Pants
The Death Swing at Falcon Lake: and S'more Summer Stories to Make You Poop Your Pants (available May 2024)
Second, Tara (@onabranchreads) shares her recommended Christmas or winter books for the upcoming season!
Three Holidays and a Wedding by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley
The Holiday Mat...2023-11-2540 min
Dental Hygiene BasicsSonya (The Geriatric Tooth Fairy!) on Overcoming Dyslexia in Dental Hygiene SchoolDana hosts Sonya Dunbar, also known as The Geriatric Tooth Fairy, on today's episode of the Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast. Sonya shares her incredible story of how she became an RDH. That story includes long-term struggles with dyslexia and failing her first year in dental hygiene school. However, Sonya had a dream, a vision, and a plan...She KNEW she was meant to be a dental hygienist. 32 years later, she is thriving as a dental hygienist, working towards her doctoral degree, and she owns her own business! Sonya is busy caring for the seniors of Florida (and 2 other states...2023-10-1521 min
The Senior R.E.S.E.T. PodcastDental Considerations for Seniors with Sonya DunbarToday we have the guest, Sonya Dunbar, a registered dental hygienist, and gerontologist. She shares her experiences as a volunteer in nursing homes and how she developed a business to provide comprehensive dental care for residents and long-term care facilities.Highlights:{01:26} How Sonya became interested in geriatric Dental.{04:20} What to expect from your dental care after retirement.{11:50} Toothpaste that will help with sensitivity.{13:46} Daily brushing habits{10:07} Dental-related problems for seniors they should be aware of{23:11} Medication and the effects...2023-09-1232 minThe Senior R.E.S.E.T. PodcastSonya Dunbar: PreviewToday we have the guest, Sonya Dunbar, a registered dental hygienist, and gerontologist. She shares her experiences as a volunteer in nursing homes and how she developed a business to provide comprehensive dental care for residents and long-term care facilities. {You can hear the full episode on Tuesday September 12th}2023-09-1103 min
The Climate QuestionWhat's the cost of fashion to the climate?The journey from catwalk, to wardrobe, to landfill is getting shorter and shorter.
Our demands for fast fashion mean around 100 billion garments are produced every year. We’re buying more, then wearing them less often. Many will end up in the trash. Not only that, there’s been a big growth in clothes being made out of synthetic materials originating from crude oil.
In this updated edition, we ask: can fashion cost less to the climate? and how much progress is the industry making?
Speaking to Kate Lamble and Sophie Eastaugh are-
• Vanessa Friedman, New York Times Fashion Editor
• Lily Col...2023-07-0926 min
Floss & Flip-FlopsElder Abuse Awareness Month with Sonya Dunbar, the Geriatric ToothfairyAs our geriatric population grows incrementally, now is the critical time for healthcare professionals to better understand how to support the needs of our seniors while reflecting on their professional responsibility to identify signs, stages and symptoms of elder abuse. Join Sonya Dunbar, the Geriatric Toothfairy as the Sanders Sisters reflect on the importance of supporting our seniors in their healthcare needs.
Sonya Dunbar, AKA the Geriatric Toothfairy, is a Registered Dental Hygienist, TEDx, and International public speaker guided by over 30 years of dental experience in private practice, skilled nursing facilities, and academia. Sonya and her husband, Gerald...2023-06-0151 min
A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastMobile Dental and Suction Lines with Sonya Dunbar, RDHYou are all in for a treat for this bonus episode courtesy of Air Techniques! Sonya Dunbar, RDH has a passion for mobile dentistry insomuch that she started a business and a conference that revolves around this passion. In this episode, Sonya explains how someone might get involved in mobile dentistry but more importantly how to keep things clean and disinfected in a mobile operatory! For a free CleanStream sample, visit: https://www.airtechniques.com/monarch-cleanstream-sample/ 2023-04-0125 minA Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastMobile Dental and Suction Lines with Sonya Dunbar, RDHYou are all in for a treat for this bonus episode courtesy of Air Techniques! Sonya Dunbar, RDH has a passion for mobile dentistry insomuch that she started a business and a conference that revolves around this passion. In this episode, Sonya explains how someone might get involved in mobile dentistry but more importantly how to keep things clean and disinfected in a mobile operatory! For a free CleanStream sample, visit: https://www.airtechniques.com/monarch-cleanstream-sample/ 2023-04-0125 min
ResiDental MovementE17: My thoughts after the National Mobile and Teledentistry ConferenceNational Mobile and Teledentistry Conference
American Mobile and Teledentistry Alliance
Sound Dental Care
Smiles Across Montana
Sonya Dunbar
Melissa Turner
ResiDENTAL Movement
Home Smile Care Foundation
AccommoDental
2023-03-2810 minResiDental MovementE17: My thoughts after the National Mobile and Teledentistry ConferenceNational Mobile and Teledentistry Conference
American Mobile and Teledentistry Alliance
Sound Dental Care
Smiles Across Montana
Sonya Dunbar
Melissa Turner
ResiDENTAL Movement
Home Smile Care Foundation
AccommoDental
2023-03-2810 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSuave and Sassy Seniors Podcast - S5 | Ep.3 - Featuring Dr. Richard Walker Suave and Sassy Seniors Podcast - S5 | Ep.3 - Featuring our Special Guest Dr. Richard Walker On our third episode of Season 5 SSS podcast we have our special guest Dr. Richard Walker. Tune in to hear is amazing story now! Make sure to Like, Share and Subscribe on all social media platforms! 2023-03-2328 min
The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast ShowEnding the Silence in Long-Term Care Facilites - Let's Talk About It!Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Many older adults living in long-term care facilities suffer in silence from poor oral health. Todays podcast will address this concerning issue. Our guest is Sonya Dunbar, a registered dental hygienist for 30 years and known as the Geriatric Toothfairy. She is an oral health educator on a mission to reduce the health risks of diseases and morbidity among seniors due to poor oral care.2023-03-2118 minThe Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSuave and Sassy Seniors Podcast - S5 | Ep.2 - Featuring our Special Guest Tina DanielsSuave and Sassy Seniors Podcast - S5 | Ep.2 - Featuring our Special Guest Tina Daniels On our second episode of Season 5 SSS podcast we have our special guest Tina Daniels. ERNESTINE (TINA) R. DANIELS, RDH, BS RETIRED DENTAL HYGIENE EDUCATOR Ernestine [Tina] R. Daniels, CRDH, BS, is a retired Dental Hygiene Professor from Florida State Coll ege at Jacksonville [FSCJ]. MS. Daniels served as a full-time professor for 21 years and since retir ement in 2008, has been employed as an Adjunct Professor in FSCJ’s Dental Program. Tina Daniels has...2023-03-0923 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSuave and Sassy Seniors Podcast - S5 | Ep.1 - Anne DuffySuave and Sassy Seniors Podcast - S5 | Ep.1 - Featuring our Special Guest Anne Duffy Season 5 is here and we're startin off with a bang! Our special guest Anne Duffy who is known for creating a movement to highlighlight women in dentistry will besharing her story! As Anne states: Living my Strengths, Finding my calling and Connection is all apart of the journey! Connect and Follow her here: @dewlifemag @dentalentrepreneur @annelduffy2023-02-0918 min
The Irreplaceable Dental Team by DAMEEp. 20 Geriatric Dentistry with Sonya DunbarWelcome to the Irreplaceable Dental Assistant podcast brought to you by DAME - Dental Assisting Made Easy. The safe space to be mentored, empowered, and equipped. It's 2023! Happy New Year! A smile is something you can give away and still keep. Our guest is the Geriatric Toothfairy, Dr. Sonya Dunbar. Please remember to subscribe, rate, and share. You may email us at damelfdeducentre@gmail.com to share your feedback and comments. We'd love to hear from you. DAME - Dental Assisting Made Easy. We are better together! 2023-01-0622 min
The Story Project w/ Joanna Scott013: Unleashing Your Inner Roar in the Boardroom, Bedroom, and Beyond with Sonya Dunbar and Melissa TurnerWith over 40 years of combined experience in the dental industry as business owners, key opinion leaders, speakers, and clinicians, Sonya Dunbar and Melissa Turner have joined together to help the industry think outside the box when it comes to women in the workplace, mindset, and delivering dental care through mobile dentistry and teledentistry. Co-founders of the annual National Mobile & Teledentistry Conference and Denobi Awards, a red-carpet gala and awards program honoring dentistry's unsung heroes from around the world, Sonya and Melissa are known to innovate and dream big. With energy and passion like dentistry has never before seen, together...2022-12-2228 min
#NoFilterHealthcare#21 - Dentistry on Demand with The Geriatric Toothfairy (Sonya Dunbar)Joining as today's guest is Sonya Dunbar, Co-Host of Dentistry Gone Wild Podcast & Co-Founder of the National Mobile & TeleDentistry Conference.In this episode, we discussed: Dunbar's background in the dental industryHow The Geriatric Toothfairy came about Dunbar's #NoFilter take on one thing in the dental industry that no one agrees with her onHow mobile dentistry is an extension of brick-and-mortar dentist offices. & more!To learn more about Sonya & The Geriatric Toothfairy please use the links below:- Website - LinkedInAlso, be sure to follow us on our social cha...2022-11-1624 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSeason 4 - Ep2 - Suave & Sassy Seniors Show With Sonya Dunbar - feat. Richard PaschkeSeason 4 - Ep2 - Suave & Sassy Seniors Show With Sonya Dunbar - feat. Richard Paschke Champion Gold Medalist in Archery, Patent holder and Senior Olympic Alumni2022-10-2736 minThe Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSeason 4 - Ep1 - Suave & Sassy Seniors Show With Sonya Dunbar - Anne GuignonSeason 4 - Ep1 - Suave & Sassy Seniors Show With Sonya Dunbar - featuring Anne Guignon2022-10-1337 min
Sideways31. To Absent FriendsNicosia, Cyprus, 2018. Kiri Sofocleous sits down to write a Facebook message to a man she has never met. It has been 40 years since Kiri saw her childhood best friend but she has never forgotten her. Could this be the key to reuniting? Matthew Syed tells the story of one woman’s determination to find a beloved friend, lost for four decades due to a move abroad, a political divide and a mislaid address.It prompts him to explore why we make friends and how they influence the rest of our lives, even after losing touch....2022-08-2428 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSeason 2 - Ep2 - Suave & Sassy Seniors Show With Sonya Dunbar - Rev. Dr. Randolph Bracy, JR.2022-07-2120 min
Just DeW ItEmbracing Your Roar, featuring Sonya Dunbar, RDH and Melissa Turner, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDAIn this uplifting episode of the Just DeW It Podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by Sonya Dunbar & Melissa Turner. Sonya and Melissa are cofounders of the National Mobile Dentistry Conference and the American Mobile Dentistry Alliance.
The three discuss finding a calling in life, as well as the idea that everyone has many callings throughout their lifetime. They talk about struggles that women face every day in a male dominated field, and the importance of using one’s platform to uplift anyone who doesn’t have a voice.
Look out for Sonya and Melissa’s new po...2022-07-1334 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSeason 2 - Ep1 - Suave & Sassy Seniors Show With Sonya Dunbar - Fiona Perry2022-07-0729 min
The Dental HandoffEpisode 21: Sonya Dunbar | Always Trust Your VibeIn this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by dental hygienist Sonya Dunbar aka the Geriatric Toothfairy!
Sonya is an oral health educator on a mission to reduce the health risks diseases and morbidity among seniors due to poor oral health. She has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 30 years, TEDx, and national public speaker. Her passion for the Geriatric community is always demonstrated when she speaks — guided by decades of dental experience in private practice, skilled nursing facilities, and academia. Sonya and her husband, Gerald Dunbar, are the owners of Mobile Dental Xpress that provides com...2022-07-0530 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 13 - Suave & Sassy Senior w/ Sonya Dunbar - Guest Dr. Leroy R. PoliteThe Suave and Sassy Seniors show is where age is only a number. With Hostess Sonya Dunbar. Dr. Leroy R. Polite is an experienced entrepreneur and Owner/President of Economy Dentures. He is a recognized dentist,, pharmacist , businessman and professional speaker, whose life has impacted many.2022-06-2330 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 12 - Suave & Sassy Senior w/ Sonya Dunbar - Guest Dorothy CookThis week on the Suave & Sassy Senior Show Podcast I am delighted to be joined by Dorothy Cook. Dorothy Cook serves as the Platinum Executive of ASEA, LLC, a global health and wellness company that is dedicated to improving the lives of seniors. I am excited to have Dorothy on the show this week, and I know that our audience will benefit from her knowledge and experience. Thanks for joining us, Dorothy!2022-06-0900 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 11 Suave & Sassy Senior | Dr. LaVon Wright Bracy2022-05-2619 minThe Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 10 - Suave & Sassy Senior w/ Sonya Dunbar - Guest Dr. Lorin Berland, DDS2022-05-1229 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 9 - Suave & Sassy Senior w/ Sonya Dunbar - Guest Dr. Alisa Kauffman2022-04-2823 min
Brush with Britt38. Geriatric CareWe all remember learning about geriatric care in dental hygiene school. In school we most likely experienced a few geriatric cases but was that enough?
Once we enter the real world of dentistry we have learned enough to get by but could we be better? That's where the brilliant Sonya Dunbar comes in. Sonya is a dental hygienist, national public speaker, and author. Sonya is the Co-Founder of the National Mobile and Teledentistry Conference and Co-Founder of the American Mobile and Teledentistry Alliance. Sonya takes us through her journey of finding her passion. She provides us with tips on providing...2022-04-2033 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 8 - Suave & Sassy Senior w/ Sonya Dunbar - Guest Pam Cruse2022-04-1423 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastSuave & Sassy Senior with Beatrice Simmons Beatrice Simmons, a 70-year-old Sassy Chief Entrepreneur, living her best life. A super-spunky and unstoppable senior citizen with decades of experience in the business world who's ready to share some tips on how you too can be an entrepreneur at any age! 2021-11-1824 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisodes 6 - Suave & Sassy Show with Beverly WilliamsA sassy opera singer with a rich history of entrepreneurship is sure to amaze you.2021-11-0421 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisodes 5 - Suave & Sassy Show with Debbie OverlandOur interview with Debbie Overland was full of wisdom and insight. She shared how to overcome being caught in an unhappy marriage, but it's not always easy!2021-10-2116 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 4 - The Suave & Sassy Senior Show with Cynthia McKelvyCynthia McKelvy: 70 plus sassy senior seasoned entrepreneur that teaches seniors about technically.2021-10-0728 min
A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastCelebrating Episode 300 With Friends And Fellow RCC InfluencersPlease Leave a Review! On this milestone episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists your hosts, Michelle Strange and Andrew Johnston are joined by several of their fellow RCC Influencers to talk about everything from mentorship, and what they believe made them successful, to how prepared they are financially for retirement! You will recognize many of the names of the guests included on this episode, be sure to tune in through the end to soak up the abundance of knowledge shared with us by Martelle Coke, Britt Glauz, Rafael Rondon, Carrie Ibbetson, Claire Jeong, Angie Stone, Sonya...2021-10-061h 22A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastCelebrating Episode 300 With Friends And Fellow RCC InfluencersPlease Leave a Review! On this milestone episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists your hosts, Michelle Strange and Andrew Johnston are joined by several of their fellow RCC Influencers to talk about everything from mentorship, and what they believe made them successful, to how prepared they are financially for retirement! You will recognize many of the names of the guests included on this episode, be sure to tune in through the end to soak up the abundance of knowledge shared with us by Martelle Coke, Britt Glauz, Rafael Rondon, Carrie Ibbetson, Claire Jeong, Angie Stone, Sonya...2021-10-061h 22
Beyond the Standard"The Geriatric Toothfairy"Guest
Sonya Dunbar, RDH, MHA, is a TEDx and national public speaker guided by over 30 years of dental experience in private practice, skilled nursing facilities, and academia. Sonya and her husband, Gerald Dunbar (both Navy veterans), are the owners of Mobile Dental Xpress, providing comprehensive dental care to long-term care facilities. In addition, Sonya is a geriatric oral health educator providing hands-on training to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who work with aging adults. The co-founder of the National Mobile & Teledentistry Dental Conference and the American Mobile Dentistry & Teledentistry Alliance, Sonya is currently pursuing a PhD in Gerontology.2021-09-2719 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 3 - The Suave & Sassy Senior Show with Rosalyn ClarkCoach Roz: Sassy Career Coach and Master Teacher that helps Clint's land leading roles on Broadway and other shows.2021-09-2323 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastThe Suave & Sassy Show w/ Sonya Dunbar - Dr. Richard WalkerDr. Richard Walker: 75-year-old Medical doctor that shares the keys to successful life and body.2021-09-0925 min
The Suave & Sassy Senior Show PodcastEpisode 1 - The Suave & Sassy Senior Show with Chef BabetteSonya sits down with lifestyle influencer Chef Babette! Chef Babette is an author, a vegan comfort food specialist, and the owner of Stuff I Eat Restaurant in Inglewood, CA. She is more than a chef, she is a health advocate that is passionate about the human journey. Her motto, "Love Ur Age!"2021-08-1221 min
Tooth or Dare Podcast#65 - @Geriatric_Toothfairy Black Visibility in Dentistry with Sonya Dunbar RDH MHASonya Dunbar RDH, MHA, The Geriatric Tooth Fairy
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March 4-6th
Sonya Dunbar speaks on the Future of Modern Mobile Dentistry!
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We are so excited to have on the US Navy Veteran, author, entrepreneur, public speaker, teacher, and philanthropist, Sonya Dunbar RDH AKA The Geriatric Tooth Fairy! Sonya’s vitality and effort to push our dental community forward culturally and medically is clear in her words and her life’s work...2021-02-1554 min
Dental Tech ChatDental Tech Chat 15 With Guest Melissa Turner and Sonya DunbarToday on the podcast, we chat about technology in Mobile and Teledentistry! Join us in welcoming the one and only The Tooth Girl Mellissa Turner RDH and The Geriatric Toothfairy Sonya Dunbar RDH as we go over and discuss the important technology tools that help advance mobile and teledentistry.
I am excited for you all to hear the story of how these two influential thought leaders created the National Mobile & Teledentistry Alliance! They are the National Mobile Dental Conference's co-founders, helping bring the mobile and teledentistry dental community together.
Go to the website link here to...2021-02-0529 min
Yolanda Yvette SpeaksA Conversation w/ Sonya Dunbar- Get Your Mouth TogetherSonya Dunbar, also known as the Geriatric Toothfairy, is a Registered Dental Hygienist, TEDx, and national public speaker guided by over 28 years of dental experience in private practice, skilled nursing facilities, and academia. Sonya and her husband, Gerald Dunbar, are the owners of Mobile Dental Xpress, providing comprehensive dental care to long-term care facilities. In addition, Sonya is a Geriatric Oral health educator and trainer. Sonya is a US Navy Veteran and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Gerontology.
Sonya is a serial entrepreneur and successful Cultural diversity workplace coach that increase cultural awareness, knowledge...2021-01-1548 min
WOVE Inspiration - People With a Story, Giving God the Glory!Monday Motivation with special guest, Sonya Dunbar aka The Geriatric Tooth Fairy!Sonya Dunbar, The Geriatric Tooth Fairy, provides several remarkable services in the field of dentistry. She has experience of over 28 years, making her mark in academics as well as in clinics. Recently, she received a proclamation that beginning Nov 9, 2020 and every year thereafter has been designated Geriatric Tooth Fairy Day. The day is set aside to bring awareness to the importance of oral health care for elders living in long-term care.
Many systemic diseases and sickness link to poor oral care that affects vulnerable and frail elders in long term facilities. November 9 of each calendar year will be...2020-12-0836 min
CONVERSATIONS with FRIENDSS1E24 - Sonya Dunbar shares her very personal story of struggling through school with a learning disability.Were you ever teased in school? Struggled with a learning disability? Felt stupid or embarrassed about something that seemed to be easy for everyone else? Are you still hiding something from your loved one because you're afraid they won't accept you for who you are? Sonya Dunbar shares her frustrating journey of struggling with dyslexia growing up and how even as an adult she hid it from her loved one. Lean more about Sonya on IG @geriatric_toothfairy and your hosts @TheDannyMcFarland and @DrSeeLove2020-11-0358 min
The Women In Dentistry PodcastThe Women in Dentistry Podcast 21: Sonya DunbarJoining us this week on The Women in Dentistry Podcast is Sonya Dunbar, aka the Geriatric Tooth Fairy, who will be speaking about the importance of oral health care for seniors. Here, she explains her journey on how she fueled her tenacity and tackled her route to success.
2020-10-2749 min
Be Well Sis: The PodcastIntimacy and Sexual LiberationSeason 2 episode 2 features the incredible Dr. Lexx Brown James. She's a best-selling author, licensed marriage and family therapist, and certified sex educator. Our conversation takes many different turns as we deep dive into intimacy, barriers to intimacy, sexual liberation and dismanteling sexual shame and stigmas in our community. Song of the day: Break you off by the Roots ft. Musiq Soulchild Dr. Lexx's book recommendations: These are my eyes, this is my nose, this is my vulva by Dr. Lexx Brown James The Body is Not an Apology: The P...2020-10-2037 min
Unpacking The Box Podcast with Linnea!S4 Episode 5: Dental Talk with Sonya Dunbar AKA The Geriatric Tooth Fairy!In this episode, I'm chatting with Dental Hygienist/Author/Speaker, Sonya Dunbar known as The Geriatric Tooth Fairy. She discussed what sparked her interest in Oral Health, why she has a love for helping Seniors, gave us some really great Oral Health tips, and more! Follow her on IG @geriatric_toothfairy Keep up with me on IG @unpacking_the_box_podcast2020-08-3122 min
Be Well Sis: The PodcastYes, Black Women Get Eating Disorders TooGuest Spotlight: This week, we had the pleasure of speaking with Alishia McCollough - a North Carolina based therapist, author, poet, and social justice worker. We discussed: Her journey and experience as a Black Therapist Eating Disorders and Disordered eating in Black and Brown communities Racial disparities in diagnosing eating disorders in marginalized communities The importance of having and enforcing boundaries for mental health Tips/coping strategy for the anxiety inducing news Where to find Alishia on the web: Instagram Alishia’s Book Recommendations: Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings...2020-03-2734 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 155 Geriatric Tooth Fairy Sonya Dunbar, Author + Licensed DentalSonya is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Oral Health Educator on a mission to reduce the health risks and morbidity among seniors due to poor oral health care. Sonya Dunbar is affectionately known as the Geriatric Toothfairy due to her enthusiasm and passion to motivate and educate caregivers on the importance of oral care for seniors. Over 27 years licensed Dental Hygienist MHA Liberty University Published Author “Golden Nuggets for Life” 2018 (Available on Amazon in English and Spanish) Published article in Aging & Gerontology July 2018 Volume 5 Featured in Port of Harlem Magazine April 2018 Featured on Front Cover of Program Success Magazine June 2018 Co f...2020-03-1842 min
A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastSonya Dunbar, “The Geriatric Toothfairy”A Tale of Two Hygienists is launching a series on how professionals and patients integrate dental treatment with other forms of medical care. For this week, Andrew and Michelle have invited a guest who specializes in oral health care for the senior population. Sonya Dunbar has been a dental hygienist for over 30 years. Known as “the Geriatric Toothfairy,” she is the founder and CEO of Mobile Dental Xpress, which brings oral health care to elderly patients housed in long-term care facilities. Sonya is a national speaker on the importance of oral care for elderly patients, train...2020-02-121h 05A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastSonya Dunbar, “The Geriatric Toothfairy”A Tale of Two Hygienists is launching a series on how professionals and patients integrate dental treatment with other forms of medical care. For this week, Andrew and Michelle have invited a guest who specializes in oral health care for the senior population. Sonya Dunbar has been a dental hygienist for over 30 years. Known as “the Geriatric Toothfairy,” she is the founder and CEO of Mobile Dental Xpress, which brings oral health care to elderly patients housed in long-term care facilities. Sonya is a national speaker on the importance of oral care for elderly patients, train...2020-02-121h 05
Beyond the Prophy®Episode 45: The Golden Nuggets of Elder Care with Sonya Dunbar, RDHSonya Dunbar, RDH is a dental hygienist that is passionate about caring for our elderly population. She is the self-proclaimed geriatric toothfairy, author, and phenomenal business owner. She shares her passion for healthcare and her pearls of wisdom. Listen in to this great conversation so that you can gain career satisfaction! #thinkbeyondtheprophy Featured book: What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith Episode Sponsor: Young Dental Subscribe Here: Click here: Subscribe to the Podcast and Leave a Podcast Review Follow Us On S...2018-10-2429 min