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Sunday ScaliesDouble Hygiene and DSO with ShawnaHappy Sunday Scalies Friends!Today I sit down with Shawna, also known as @thetryrdh on instagram. If you follow Shawna on instagram you may have seen her share her experience with working double hygiene. Today we sit down and discuss what that looks like for her as well as, her experience working with DSO, and her experience as an educator. Enjoy!xoxo2025-02-2340 minSunday ScaliesStress Management and Burnout Prevention with @the_relaxed_hygienistHappy Sunday Scalies friends!Today I'm getting back to my burnout roots. Heather, aka @the_relaxed_hygienist and I talk stress management, burnout, and the importance of burnout prevention. If you don't know, Heather has an extremely inspiring burnout story. She has used her recovery to help others, specifically hygienists, manage stress in order to prevent burnout. She has 16 years of experience as a hygienist, is a somatic practitioner, and certified stress management coach. Make sure you follow her for all your stress management needs!xoxo2025-02-1652 minSunday ScaliesDental Microscopy with Kristen KingHappy Sunday Friends!
Today I'm joined by Kristen King, also known as @kristenkingdentalhygiene on Instagram. She has 29 years of experience in the field, is a dental microscope extraordinaire and the founder of dental reveal which is a dental microscope training company! Listen to Kristen's experience with the dental microscope; how she was introduced, how it elevated patient treatment acceptance and her clinical practice.
If you want to know more feel free to check out her website:
https://dentalreveal.com/
or reach out to her on...2025-01-2651 minSunday ScaliesMission Trips and Future Goals with @byebyebiofilmHappy Sunday Friends!
Today Paula, aka @byebyebiofilm, chat about her mission trip to Guatemala with Global Dental Relief. She shares how this experience impacted her and her future goals of continuing to volunteer while bringing other hygienist along for the ride!
Paula has a heart of gold and is an inspiration, make sure you stay up to date by following her on instagram :)
Looking to volunteer? Here are links for places she mentioned in the episode:
https://www.globaldentalrelief.org/
https://www.californiacareforce...2025-01-1925 minSunday Scaliestaking a break from talking dental with @the.happy.rdhHappy Sunday Friends!
Today, Jevonah aka @the.happy.rdh, returns to Sunday Scalies. We talk a little dental and a lot more mental health, positivity, other aspirations, and more!
I hope you enjoy :)
xoxo2025-01-1239 minSunday ScaliesWhy Environments are Important with @redhead.rdhHappy 2025 Sunday Scalies Fam!
We are kicking off the year talking about environments and why it is important to find an office that aligns with your values and goals as a provider. Today I'm joined by Ashley, also known as @redhead.rdh on instagram. Ashley was an OG guest on Sunday Scalies live instagram sessions, before it became a podcast, such a full circle moment!
Today we chat about our experiences as new grads and our journey to finding environments that allow us to THRIVE :)
Enjoy!
2025-01-0533 minSunday ScaliesMyofunctional Therapy with LD Myo!Ahhhhh I can't believe we are here on our last episode of 2024!
This one is so fitting because I'm joined by Laura and Danielle, aka @diamondgirlscoaching and @ld.myo, my amazing coaches and colleagues!
Today we discuss myofunctional therapy a new topic within the hygiene world and community.
If you want to know more, check out
https://www.airwayhealthsolutions.com/myo
also, be sure to keep up with Laura and Danielle on instagram :)
Happy Holidays I'll catch y'all...2024-12-2226 minSunday ScaliesPost Grad Life with Nicole!Welcome back friends!
This week Nicola, aka @mountainmamahygiene returns to the podcast. Nicole graduated in May and has really taken her career head on. She is a part of her local dental hygiene association, studying for her bachelors, working clinically, and partnered with @hygiene.elevated. Nicole is a true go getter and inspiration!
Enjoy,
XOXO2024-12-1541 minSunday ScaliesStudent Burnout with StudentRDHWelcome back Sunday Scalies Fam!
I have to be honest, I fan girled over this episode.....I have followed StudentRDH since hygiene school. I utilized StudentRDH for my own boards preparation. Since joining the social media space I have looked up to and admired Claire. She is a wealth of knowledge in many aspects! In today's episode Claire shares some secrets of her dental hygiene journey, what StudentRDH offers, and we have an in depth discussion on student burnout.
Enjoy!
xoxo2024-12-0845 minSunday ScaliesTherapeutic Yoga and Ergonomics with CaitlinWelcome back friends!
As we get ready to wind down the year we need to remember to focus on our bodies! Today's episode I'm joined by Caitlin aka @thealignedhygienist. She shares her dental hygiene and burnout journey, along with her knowledge of therapeutic yoga and the importance of ergonomics.
You can follow along Caitlin's journey on instagram @thealignedhygienist, or if you are interested in a retreat, coaching, or yoga with Caitlin visit her website!
www.thealignedhygienist.com
Enjoy,
xoxo2024-11-2840 minSunday ScaliesFrom Hygienist to Small Business with MelissaHappy Sunday Scalies Friends!
Today's special guest is Melissa, aka @shilohrootsnc on instagram. Melissa has been a practicing hygienist for 27 years! She shares her journey into dental hygiene, her burnout experience, and her development of the Threader Getter, which you might have seen floating around!
You can purchase your Threader Getter and support Melissa on her website:
https://www.shilohrootsnc.com/
Catch ya in the next one!
xoxo2024-11-2424 minSunday ScaliesPaula's Journey to RDHAPHey Hygiene Friends, welcome back!
In today's episode I am joined by Paula, better known as @byebyebiofilm on instagram. Paula has 18 years of experience within the dental field. She is a hygienist in alternative practice, a business owner, and GBT trainer. Today she shares her journey into her career, her burnout experience, and her mission for using her RDHAP license to serve her local community in need. Make sure you continue to following along Paula's journey on instagram!:)
XOXO2024-11-1740 minSunday ScaliesPracticing Greener Dentistry with Dr. AmandaWelcome back friends!
Today I am joined by Dr. Amanda, also known on instagram as @dr.amanda.dds. Dr. Amanda is a pediatric dentist that is passionate about education and reducing dentistry's carbon footprint. She shares her inspiration behind pursuing a career in dentistry and easy tips to start practicing greener dentistry!
Here is information to the sites and platforms she mentioned if you want to know more!
- Join Dr. Amanda's facebook group here: www.facebook.com/groups/sustainabledentistry
- Greener Dentistry Platform (discount...2024-11-1022 minSunday ScaliesFrom Hygienist to Educator to Practice Owner with Jazmine!Welcome back friends!
This week I'm joined by Jazmine! She is the owner of a hygienist owned practice called Pearl House Studios in New Mexico! We talk about her dental hygiene journey, and how battling burnout led to her pursuing practice ownership. Jazmine is a true go-getter, you can follow along her journey on instagram @pearlhouse.nm :)
Enjoy
xoxo2024-11-0325 minSunday ScaliesFrom Hygiene Therapist to Cosmetic Dental Studio OwnerWelcome back friends!
Through the power of the internet I had the opportunity to connect with an amazing individual located on the other side of the world! Join myself and Victoria, @next_level_perio, she is a dental hygienist in New Zealand and owns her own cosmetic dental studio. We chat about her journey to becoming a practice owner, what her days look like, and the benefits of adding dental photography to your portfolio.
Enjoy :)
xoxo2024-10-2726 minSunday ScaliesFuture Dental Hygiene Student Highlight!Hey Hey friends!
Today I am joined by Maddy, also known as @smileswithmaddy, on instagram. She is a future dental hygiene student. We discuss her journey and experience as a dental assistant and what she is looking forward to when it comes to attending dental hygiene school!
Hope you enjoy :)
xoxo2024-10-2024 minSunday ScaliesDental Sleep Medicine, Clinical Hygiene, and Social Media with BethanyWelcome back hygiene friends!
Today I'm joined by Bethany, better known as @humanrdh on instagram and tiktok! Bethany has over 10 years of experience in clinical practice. She is a writer, speaker, dental sleep medicine provider, and editorial director for Dentistry IQ. I am honored to call Bethany my colleague as she is a pioneer in our field.
She joined Sunday Scalies to share her dental hygiene journey, experience with battling burnout, tips for incorporating airway screenings into your visits, and more!
Hope you enjoy! :)2024-10-1359 minSunday ScaliesRDH UOR first time review and takeawaysWelcome back friends!
I realized that I never got around to recording and uploading my review of my first time experience at RDH UOR. So let's take it back to the beginning days of Sunday Scalies where it's just me chatting, or rambling!
Enjoy :)
Xoxo2024-10-0623 minSunday ScaliesBurnout and Mental Health with Pam**DISCLAIMER: today's episode discusses depression and thoughts of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, 988 is the mental health crisis hotline. It is available 24/7, you can call, text, or chat. **
Welcome back friends!
Today I am joined by Pam, aka pamela.graboso.saul.rdh on instagram! Pam is a dental hygienist with a focus in public health and research. She bravely shares her story with burnout and other mental health struggles. We hope you enjoy!
XOXO2024-09-291h 01Sunday ScaliesBurnout, Education, and Diversity with KevI'm still fan girling! Join me and Kevin aka kevs.talks.teeth on instagram. Kevin is a hygienist, speaker, educator, award winning hygienist, and all around incredible human. We had so much fun on this episode!
Enjoy2024-09-151h 10Sunday ScaliesFrom Burnout to Clinical Education with NorianaWelcome back friends!
Today I am joined by Noriana, also known as the @periopocketqueen on instagram! We discuss her experience with burnout, her career transition to becoming a clinical educator, and some amazing chair side products offerd by OraBio!
Enjoy!
xoxo2024-09-0826 minSunday ScaliesAll about Cloud Dentistry with AmberHappy Sunday Scalies Friends!
Today I am joined with Amber, aka @amberdandrea_rdh on instagram. Amber is the community outreach manager for Cloud Dentistry. Today we talk about her dental hygiene journey, her experience with burnout and her journey outside of the op! Amber also shares a lot about the Cloud Dentistry platform and what it can provide for both hygiene students and experienced hygienists! Follow @clouddentistry and @clouddentalU on instagram to stay up to date!
If you haven't done so already, create your FREE account here; https://www.cl...2024-09-0127 minSunday ScaliesHygienists Supporting Hygienists with the Diamond GirlsWelcome back to another episode! I'm so excited to be sharing today's episode because it was recorded from the Podcast Lounge at RDH UOR!!
Join me and my amazing coaches, Laura and Danielle, aka the Diamond Girls :) They share their experiences with burnout, what coaching means to them, and how they helped to transform my career! If you are struggling in your career don't hesitate to reach out to these incredible women, @diamondgirlscoaching on instagram or visit their website ldiamantecoaching.com!
XOXO2024-08-2523 minSunday ScaliesIncorporating Mental Health Screenings with Leah!Today I am joined by Leah, aka @ldhtherdh on instagram!
Leah has an incredible story to share and a very close tie with advocating for mental health! Join us as she shares ways we can expand our horizons as providers by receiving some certifications and incorporating questions for mental health screenings on health histories. To hear more of her story please check out her instagram page!2024-08-1831 minSunday ScaliesPerioDT with Julie!Welcome to the first ever product highlight on Sunday Scalies!!
Today I am joined by Julie, aka @peachstaterdh on instagram! Julie is an RDH with experience in periodontics. She recently started to venture outside of the op by providing clinical education for Young Dental on a prodcut called PerioDT. In todays episode she shares her journey, her experience with burnout and educates us on this new product!
Want to know more? Connect with Julie on instagram or check out Young Specialties!2024-08-1123 min
Dental Hygiene BasicsToothfairytish's Journey Through Hygiene SchoolLetitia, also known as Toothfairytish, is a mentor for newly graduated dental hygienists and has her own Podcast, Sunday Scalies! She offers amazing advice for incoming hygiene students and discusses her own personal struggles through school. Both Letitia and host, Dana get vulnerable as they tell their stories of being pre-dental before hygiene school. Tune into this episode to hear all about Letitia's journey to become a dental hygienist! Then give her a follow on Instagram @toothfairytish See the full transcript HERE. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Slide into my DMs...2024-08-0737 minSunday ScaliesDental Hygiene School with MatthewWelcome back to another episode! This is my first student spotlight episode :)
Today Mattew aka @the_guygienist talk about his dental hygiene school journey, what his experience has been like in a female dominated field, and his advice to those who may want to pursue dental hygiene!
Enjoy!2024-08-0436 minSunday ScaliesAll about Freshies Co. and navigating social media with AlexisToday I am joined by Alexis, she is an RDH, mom, small business owner and entrepreneur!
Alexis started Freshies Co, an online shop where she curates eco-friendly and sustainable dental products! As an RDH she knows how confusing it can be to find products that are right for you, so Freshies Co takes the guess work out of it. You can purchase products you love individually or subscribe and become a Freshies Club member where you will receive quarterly subscription boxes with dental products and extra treats!
Check it out!
...2024-07-2830 minSunday ScaliesErgonomics with Steph!Thanks for tuning into another episode!
Today I am joined by Steph also known as @steph.polishedposture on instagram! I have been following Steph for quite some time and had the opportunity to attend her CE courses, she is the guru of ergonomics (in my eyes!). Today we discuss her dental hygiene journey, her experience with burnout, and her ergonomic coaching business. Make sure you check out her website for your ergonomic needs!
Enjoy :)2024-07-2120 minSunday ScaliesDental Hygiene School Support with Dental Hygiene BasicsWelcome Back!
Today I am joined by Dana from @dentalhygienebasics on instagram. Dana is a dental hygienist who transitioned into dental hygiene education. This lead her on the journey to creating dental hygiene basics! She strives to support those just starting their dental hygiene school journey and those that are getting ready to finish their educational journey!
Make sure you give her a follow and check out her website :)
XOXO2024-07-1428 minSunday ScaliesAdvancing your Career with Joffree!Buckle up for a long, but worth the listen episode :)
In todays episode I am joined by Joffree the co-founder of Hygiene Elevated! We chat about her experience with burnout, how Hygiene Elevated was born, the idea behind RDH Hotline, Joffree's advice to hygienists wanting a change and much more!
2024-07-0741 minSunday ScaliesSunday Scalies Q&AWelcome back everyone! Today is a solo episode where I go over just a few questions that I have been receiving and collecting. Listen to me talk about tips for being a first time clinician and new provider to patients, the biggest let down when starting my career, when I really learned to "feel" calculus, and what I'm looking forward to next :)
XOXO2024-06-3013 min
ToothBytesTooth Fairy Tish and The Sunday ScaliesJoin us as we interview Tish from @Toothfairytish on social media. She is the founder of Sunday Scalies and has a podcast and platform to help mentor new grad into the world of dental hygiene. You won't want to miss this!
Find us on Instagram:
@toothbytespodcast
@mountainmamahygiene
@mialanae92
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2024-06-2421 minSunday ScaliesFrom Hygiene School to "Real World" with ToothBytesToday I am joined with Mia and Nicole, the hosts of ToothBytes! They met in hygiene school and started their podcasting journey together. On todays episode, we talk about their hygiene school experiences and struggles, and their recent transition into the "real world".
Enjoy!
xoxo2024-06-2323 minSunday ScaliesRemoving Ourselves from Toxic EnvironmentsWelcome back! Jordan joins me for another episode. I'm really thinking she needs to be a co-host!
Today we talk about our experiences in some negative work environments and our recommendations for getting yourself out of these situations if you are experiencing them too.
**DISCLAIMER: this is not meant to shed a negative light on the dental field or dental professions. This is simply a sharing of experiences.**2024-06-1647 minSunday ScaliesDaily Affirmations with Jevonah!Welcome back to another episode!! Today Jevonah aka @the.happy.rdh joins me for some great conversation. She shares her journey to becoming an RDH, her experience with leaving a negative work environment and how daily affirmations have helped change her mindset. She also has some great recommendations for self help books!
Hope you enjoy!
-xoxo2024-06-0919 minSunday ScaliesHard Hitters with Jordan!Hello friends! Today Jordan joins me and we ramble about some of our positive and negative work experiences. She thinks she asks some hard hitting questions but I think she needs work, what do you think?2024-06-0229 minSunday ScaliesLosing myself to my Dental PersonaWelcome back friends!
Today I wanted to talk about something that I wish I was more aware of when starting my career. I wish I knew the risk of continually tapping into my dental persona, or wearing my hygienist hat.
I hope you enjoy my ramblings :)2024-05-2617 minSunday ScaliesNew Grads: Stress Response and BurnoutWelcome back to a LONG overdue episode!
Today I am joined with my FIRST guest on the podcast :) Heather, from @the_relaxed_hygienist on instagram. Heather has become such a great friend and I have learned so much about stress and it's role in burnout through her. She is a certified stress management coach who has all the advice and guidance for new and experienced hygienists.
Today we share why we feel it's important to take the few months after graduation to learn about your stress response cycle, how...2024-05-1930 minSunday ScaliesWhat Lead to My BurnoutHello everyone! Today I decided to share my burnout experience. I realized that I have talked about this more on my social media page than here on the podcast. Burnout was really hard for me to identify and navigate. Truthfully, I still struggle with burnout. My dm's are always open if you need support!
-xoxo2024-04-1418 minSunday ScaliesMental Health RamblingsToday I ramble about my mental health and what has been weighing on my mind recently. As a health care provider I believe we need to prioritize our mental and physical health in order to be our best and give our best to our patients. However, I would be lying if I said that I didn't struggle with this. Tapping into my "dental persona" day to day, and during difficult personal times, is very challenging. Who else can relate?
2024-04-0712 minSunday ScaliesTo working interview, or not to working interview?Recently it's been apparent that working interviews might become a thing of the past. To me this is really shocking. I personally learned that I will not accept a position or job offer without a working interview. Today's episode I discuss the pros and cons, and why I consider it a red flag if a working interview is not offered. Hope you enjoy!:)2024-03-1714 minSunday ScaliesInterviewing your potential employerHear me out; I think of interviewing like dating. I want to make sure that my potential or future employer are aligned and that we will work long term! In today's episode I share with you some questions that I like to ask and why I like to ask them. Hope you enjoy! :)2024-03-1012 minSunday ScaliesConquering the 1 hour hygiene visitGraduation is around the corner and you may be stressing about how you will accomplish everything in 1 hour. Have no fear, I've got you covered! Today I discuss some things that I found helpful when working towards feeling comfortable with the one hour visit. Hope you enjoy! :)2024-03-0314 minSunday ScaliesProfessional Boundaries; how to support yourself!Today I discuss what professional boundaries are and how to set them. I'm not going to lie, it took me a few years to develop professional boundaries for myself. Some days it is still a challenge to enforce them but with time it gets easier. Hope you enjoy the episode! :)2024-02-2513 minSunday ScaliesNew Grad RDH!New grad RDH's I see you, I feel you, I got you! Final semester and boards prep can be stressful, but you can do it! In this episode I talk about some things that I have found helpful when starting my career, I hope you do too. Grab your coffee, sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode :)2024-02-1820 minSunday ScaliesGrieving job transitions and wrong decisionsHello hello! Today I discuss grieving a job transition and the bad decision (for myself) I made with a new employment opportunities. Deciding to leave a job is not easy but sometimes it's necessary. We all want to be in our dream office or, as some call it, our unicorn office. However, it may take time to find it!2024-01-3123 minSunday ScaliesFailure; the second time around journeyToday's episode is very near and dear to me! I share with you the details about my experience of failing my patient based clinical board examination during the height of the Pandemic. This journey was challenging and it took me time to get comfortable sharing my story. I now know that this experience doesn't define me and by sharing it I can help others!
Enjoy!2024-01-2835 minSunday ScaliesImposter Syndrome; who am I?Welcome back :) Today I discuss imposter syndrome as it pertained to me personally. I share my experiences with it, what it felt like, and how I worked towards overcoming it. I hope you find this episode helpful!
**DISCLAIMER: I am not a certified mental health professional. I discuss mental health topics and terms as they have applied to me and my personal experiences. I am providing this information to spread awareness to these areas of the dental field and profession. This information is meant to be a resource, it is not meant to substitute...2024-01-2115 minSunday ScaliesPandemic Hygienists; who are they?Welcome to the first OFFICIAL episode, episode 1 of Sunday Scalies! Today you can listen to me ramble on about my term, pandemic hygienist. Hear how I came up with it and why I call myself a product of the Pandemic.
-Cheers!2024-01-0718 minSunday ScaliesWhat is Sunday Scalies?Welcome to the introduction/trailer for Sunday Scalies! Here you can learn about the meaning and idea behind Sunday Scalies as well as what to expect from future episodes. Sunday Scalies is so important to me, I strive to make it as genuine and authentic as possible, enjoy!2023-12-3109 min