A Tale of Two Hygienists

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We created A Tale of Two Hygienists in 2015 because we are passionate about helping our fellow clinicians be the best version of themselves, both professionally and personally. We Interview experts in their fields to provide better care for our patients while promoting the joys of being a dental hygienist.

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Dental professional using a digital drawing tablet to create artwork for a creative side gig
What happens when a dental hygienist follows her creative instincts instead of silencing them? In this episode, Ashley Kear shares how art, humor, and a low-pressure side gig ...
Jan. 13, 2026
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Mobile Dentistry Public Health Hygiene Shelley Brown
Feeling like a scaling machine? Join Jessica Atkinson, David Torres, and public health trailblazer Shelley Brown as they discuss "career polygamy," the steps to launching a mobile...
Jan. 7, 2026
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Andrew Johnston hosts his final episode and introduces A Tale of Two Hygienists’ new co-hosts for 2026: David Torres, RDH, and Jessica Atkinson, MEd, BSDH, RDH. Hear what’s staying...
Dec. 31, 2025
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Synthetic Marijuana Spice K2 Dental Hygiene Podcast
Often marketed as “synthetic marijuana,” drugs like Spice and K2 are unpredictable, dangerous, and increasingly relevant in clinical settings. In this episode of Fast Facts, pharmacolog...
Dec. 22, 2025
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Letting Go Of Regret Starting Fresh Dental Hygienists
Struggling to move past mistakes or missed opportunities from the past year? Andrew Johnston offers five practical reflections to help hygienists quiet self-criticism, reconnect...
Dec. 18, 2025
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Burnout and depression in dental hygiene
Burnout is everywhere—but are we even using the word correctly? Andrew Johnston breaks down what burnout really is (and isn’t), why rest isn’t always the answer, and how to reclaim...
Dec. 13, 2025
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Pregnant patients are often declined routine dental care—but should they be? Katrina Sanders, RDH, breaks down what hygienists need to know about safely and confidently treating...
Dec. 12, 2025
Listen in to this week’s episode with Katrina Sanders as she explains when a patient TRULY needs scaling and root planing! Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists...
Nov. 28, 2025
Episode Overview In this thought-provoking episode, Tim Ives joins the show for an in-depth conversation on the evolving role of dental hygienists, the ongoing challenges in oral...
Nov. 26, 2025
Episode Overview This episode is a recording of a CE-Caliber presentation led by Tanya Dunlap, Vice President of Clinical and Business Development, and research liaison for Perio...
Nov. 23, 2025
Welcome back to another insightful episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists! This week, Andrew Johnston is joined by none other than Dr. Alan Mead—podcaster, dentist, mentor, and community...
Nov. 19, 2025
Episode Summary: This tipisode from “A Tale of Two Hygienists” features Dr. Sadie, a periodontist from Maryland, sharing insights on the implementation of Perio Protect in her...
Nov. 14, 2025