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Floss & Flip-Flops
Hosted by Modern Hygienist · EN
Floss and Flip-Flops with the Sanders sisters features hosts dental hygienist and speaker Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, and podiatrist Dr Elizabeth Sanders, DPM. Together, the sisters discuss the oral-systemic link and its impact—from your teeth down to your toes.
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S2 Ep23: Episode 35 – COPD Awareness Month with Dr Chris Manasseh
Nov 1, 202401:06:07Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and Dr Chris Manasseh as they discuss chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and how this disease might present and affect dental patients. About Dr ManassehChris Manasseh is the Associate Chief Medical Officer of Inpatient Operations at Boston Medical Center and a Clinical Associate Professor of Family Medicine at the Boston University School of Medicine. He joined the department of Family Medicine in 2001 and is currently the Vice Chair for Inpatient and Hospital Services. He developed a series of lectures appropriate to the care of hospitalized patients, designing and implementing the inpatient medicine curriculum for the family medicine residency at Boston University Medical Center. He did this by creating teaching templates, presentations for the top 20 most common inpatient diagnoses and initiating the ongoing weekly teaching conferences. Chris was the first medical director for the expanded 28 bed observation unit at the hospital which has an interdisciplinary team managing all patients on the unit. Chris developed the inpatient flow Medical Director Program at Boston Medical Center that is helping with patient throughput and positively impacting length of stay. He also helped launch the hospital at home program at Boston Medical Center, where patients receive 24/7 inpatient care by a multidisciplinary team in the comfort of their home. Chris and his wife of nearly 30 years Priya have 5 kids and live in Boston’s metrowest area. Floss and Flip-Flops with the Sanders sisters features hosts dental hygienist and speaker Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, and podiatrist Dr Elizabeth Sanders, DPM. Together, the sisters discuss the oral-systemic link and its impact—from your teeth down to your toes. The podcast is produced monthly by Dental Products Report® and Modern Hygienist®, in partnership with The Sanders sisters.For additional content for dental professionals visit DPR and MH at dentalproductsreport.com.Katrina Sanders, RDH, can be reached at: Website: katrinasanders.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
Transcribe →S2 Ep22: Episode 34 – National Dental Hygiene Month with Joe Fogg
Oct 1, 202400:59:47Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and onDiem CEO and founder Joe Fogg, as they discuss the shifting landscape of dental hygiene and how policy may be affecting your practice. About Joe FoggJoe Fogg is the CEO and Founder of onDiem, a W-2 dental staffing platform that boosts careers and maximizes practice value. onDiem connects dental practices and DSOs with qualified dental professionals—and empowers both the employee and employer with career and business solutions. Prior to onDiem, Joe led marketing, engineering, and product teams at Cerus Industrial to turn the company into a key market player. Find Joe Here: FacebookLinkedInInstagramFloss and Flip-Flops with the Sanders sisters features hosts dental hygienist and speaker Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, and podiatrist Dr Elizabeth Sanders, DPM. Together, the sisters discuss the oral-systemic link and its impact—from your teeth down to your toes. The podcast is produced monthly by Dental Products Report® and Modern Hygienist®, in partnership with The Sanders sisters.For additional content for dental professionals visit DPR and MH at dentalproductsreport.com.Katrina Sanders, RDH, can be reached at: Website: katrinasanders.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
Transcribe →S2 Ep21: Episode 33 – World Alzheimer's Month with Anne O Rice, RDH
Sep 3, 202401:11:26Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and expert Anne O Rice, RDH, as they discuss this debilitating and life-changing disease, and how to approach these patients and their needs with care. About AnneAnne has been a clinical dental hygienist for 35 years, is a speaker, writer, and consultant. She created Oral Systemic Seminars in 2017 and now devotes much of her time, focus and study to dementia prevention. Anne received her preceptor for the Bale/Doneen method, is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and in 2020 became certified as a Longevity Specialist with the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation, where she has also developed curriculum. She is a Fellow with The American Academy of Oral Systemic Health and on their advisory board. In 2024 she was added to Cloud Dentistry’s Empowering Women in Dentistry board and has a column for RDH magazine focusing on oral systemic health and is also on their 2024 editorial advisory board. She was chosen in 2024 as a recipient of Sunstar’s Award of Distinction and is looking forward to finishing her certification in the Buteyko Beathing Method. In 2021 Anne published her manuscript Alzheimer’s Disease and Oral-Systemic Health Bidirectional Care Integration Improving Outcomes for Frontiers. She was included in an International Consortium of a diverse network of brain researchers, clinicians and institutions who support Alzheimer’s prevention. Her consulting has brought her to Weill Cornell Medical Center’s Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, Florida Atlantic College Center for Brain Health, and the Atria Institute.Fine Anne Here:anneorice.comFacebookLinkedInInstagram
Transcribe →S2 Ep20: Floss & Flip Flops – Episode 32 – National Immunization Awareness Month with Lancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS
Aug 1, 202400:50:34Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and immunization expert Lancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS, as they discuss immunizations in dental practices and how to navigate potentially tricky conversations. About LancetteLancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS, graduated from the University of South Dakota in 1995 and has spent the last two decades actively involved in the dental industry as a leader, speaker, clinician, and public health advocate. Lancette is the current Vice-President of the American Dental Hygienists Association. She is a past president of the Nevada Dental Hygienists Association, is a past recipient of the Nevada Dental Hygienist of the Year and received the Innovative Career Vision Award for her work in all 7 professional roles of the dental hygienist. In 2018 she received the ADHA Irene Newman Professional Achievement award, recognizing her for her contributions to advancing the art and science of the dental hygiene profession over the last 15 years. She was selected as one to the Top 6 Dental Hygienists to know in 2021, by the national publication Dimensions in Dental Hygiene for being a mover and shaker in dentistry. In 2022, she received global recognition, receiving the Denobi “All-Star” award for her public health, mobile dentistry, advocacy, speaking and vaccine accomplishments. Most recently, she received one of the highest honors given by the American Dental Hygienists Association by being recognized with the 2022 ADHA Award of Excellence. This award has only been given to a small number of select individuals over the last 100 years. Lancette has received advanced education for complete health dentistry, including sleep related disordered breathing disorders and brain health. She received her Certificate in Alzheimer’s Prevention and Reversal, ReCODE, from Apollo Health and her training in airway health from Institute for Craniofacial Sleep Medicine. Lancette is an internationally recognized continuing education speaker and is recognized as a key leader and mentor in the dental industry. She serves as the clinical director for Sierra Sleep, Airway and Wellness Center in Reno, Nevada. In addition, she works as a clinician in private practice, owns a mobile dentistry business, a national AGD PACE continuing education company and provides ergonomic coaching. Amidst the pandemic, she became a proud COVID vaccinator with Battle Born Medical Corp and has traveled across the globe advocating for vaccine administration by dental hygienists. She co-founded The RISE Experience and Abundant life. RISE retreats provide education and support for women in healthcare who want to make an impact in the world and pursue entrepreneurship in dentistry. Abundant life is a wellness hub for dental professionals to have access to resources to support the 8 pillars of health. Lancette is most proud of her work transforming healthcare, increasing access to care and bridging the medical-dental divide. Find Lancette Here: FacebookLinkedInLancette's PodcastThe ADHA's Website
Transcribe →S2 Ep19: Episode 31 – World Airway Disorders Day with Erin Elliott, DDS
Jul 1, 202400:58:15Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and Erin Elliott, DDS as they discuss the importance of airway consideration in dentistry. About Dr ElliottDr Erin Elliott grew up in Southern California but went away to a small NAIA school in Western New York where she played collegiate soccer and graduated summa cum laude from Houghton College. After graduating Creighton Dental School in the top 5 in 2003, she settled in North Idaho to begin her general dentistry career. She has a special interest in Dental Sleep Medicine and technology. She has lectured extensively on this topic and loves to help general dentists extend this life-saving service to their patients. She is an active member of her local American Dental Association, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. She teaches a 2-day Sleep Apnea Implementation Course with 3D-Dentists and Dr Tarun Agarwal. Use Dr Elliott's sleep apnea evaluator here to discover if your practice is ready to implement this kind of careDr Elliott's FacebookDr Elliott's LinkedInDr Elliott's InstagramDr Elliott's Website
Transcribe →S2 Ep18: Episode 30 – Vet Health & National Puppy Party Day with Dr Adam Christman
Jun 1, 202400:47:04Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and Dog Dad/VetMed Expert Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, as they discuss all things dental health for our beloved furry (and scaly/feathery/fuzzy) friends. About Dr Christman: Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is the chief veterinary officer for dvm360®—an MJH Life Sciences Company™—who oversees content strategy and development and is the brand voice and personality for dvm360®’s multimedia channels. As a charismatic leader, he brings wit, humor, and authenticity to animal health care as the host of dvm360 Live!™ talkshow, The Vet Blast Podcast and many media channels.Christman has also been in small animal private practice and shelter medicine for 18 years prior to transitioning his role into continuing education and media. He currently serves on the New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association. He received his DVM degree from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and his MBA from Aspen University. Christman is a international thought leader, speaker and author on practice management, social media, and rehabilitation, and co-authored, Honey, Have You Squeezed the Dachshund? A Pet Owner’s Guide for Owners Who Are Terrified of IVDD—a book on dogs with disabilities. He was recently awarded the 2023 VMX Speaker of the Year on Practice Management, the 2023 Bright Minds Veterinary Influencer of the Year and the 2023 Iowa State University’s Switzer Alumni Award. He has been featured in multiple publications as well as on TV, radio and internet shows throughout the country sharing his expertise and passion on all things veterinary medicine. As an avid social media influencer for animal health care, with over 2 million followers on social media, Dr Christman believes in power of laughing and learning together. He loves to engage with fellow pet parents and veterinary professionals across social media. Christman is an advocate of Pride VMC. He is also the proud dog dad to 4 dachshunds and believes no one should be deprived of the beautiful human-animal bond. Find him here: dradamchristman.comfacebook.com/Dr.AdamChristmaninstagram.com/adam_christman/ tiktok.com/@dr.adamchristman52youtube.com/c/DrAdamChristman
Transcribe →S2 Ep17: Episode 29 – Trauma Awareness Month with Dr Sabrina Sanchez
May 1, 202400:51:12Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and trauma and acute care specialist Dr Sabrina Sanchez as they discuss putting the patient at the forefront, and the connection between trauma care and oral health. Dr Sabrina E. Sanchez is a trauma and acute care surgeon and surgical intensivist at Boston Medical Center and an associate professor of surgery at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. Her professional and academic interests revolve around patient-centered care and shared decision-making in trauma, acute care surgery, and critical illness, geriatric and palliative care in surgical patients, justice and equity in surgical care, and diversity and inclusion in the surgical workforce.Find Dr Sanchez on...Her InstagramHer TwitterHer Website – sociallyresponsiblesurgery.org
Transcribe →S2 Ep16: Episode 28 – Oral Cancer Awareness Month with Susan Cotten
Apr 1, 202400:49:52Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and Oral Cancer expert Susan Cotton, BSDH, RDH, OMT, as they dive deep on screening and the hygienist’s role in vital early detection. About Susan – Susan Cotten, BSDH, RDH, OMT, is the founder and CEO of Oral Cancer Consulting, she developed the “Cotten Method”, a comprehensive oral cancer screening method and dental office system. She is an international speaker on oral cancer screening and holds hands-on oral cancer screening workshops for dental professionals who want to have more confidence in screening, reduce the risk of liability, and increase early detection. In her career, Susan has performed over 60 thousand oral cancer screenings and organized countless free screening events including the Denver Broncos Health and Wellness Expo. She is the Dental Lead for the Alliance for HPV Free Colorado, a director with Dental Codeology Consortium, Instructor at National Network for Healthcare Hygienists, and RDH Advisory Board member at The Oral Cancer Foundation. Susan is a 2018 recipient of the Sunstar RDH Award of Distinction, recipient of the Colorado Dental Hygienists’ Association Ethyl Covington Award, and Outstanding Contribution Award. Susan founded MAD(Make A Difference) for Healthy Smiles as a 2010-2011 member of Donny Osmond’s Make a Difference program. On a personal note, Susan loves walking the beaches of Hawaii, is a former country dance competitor, and loves watching college football.Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scottenrdh/ @scottenrdhFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/SusanCottenRDH @SusanCottenRDHLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-cotten-rdh-bsdh-omt-b18b8716b/
Transcribe →S2 Ep15: Floss & Flip Flops – Episode 27 – Patient Safety Awareness with "OSHA Lady" Karen Daw
Mar 1, 202400:57:16Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and "OSHA Lady" Karen Daw as they dive deep on all things patient safety, honoring Patient Safety Awareness Week in March. Featuring Karen DawKaren's InstagramKaren's WebsiteKaren's Facebook PageAbout Karen: Karen Daw is an award-winning national speaker, author, and Authorized OSHA Trainer. She earned her BA from the Ohio State University and her MBA with concentrations in Healthcare Administration and Business Management. Karen was recruited from the Emergency Department to the OSU College of Dentistry as the Safety Director. The federal government, OSAP and dental manufacturers have benefited from Karen’s expertise. She now coaches practices across the country live and via Zoom with a “This is going to be so much fun!” approach to OSHA compliance. Interesting fact - Karen recently earned her certificates in the following: Clinical Hypnotherapy, Time Techniques, EFT, Reiki, FIRES Technique, Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and Life and Success Coaching through a trauma-sensitive/informed lens. Something people don’t know about me – I am a sucker for underdogs, the voiceless, and have a (MASSIVE and inordinate) sense for justice and fairness
Transcribe →S2 Ep14: Floss & Flip Flops – Episode 26 – Heart Health Month with Dr Ellie Campbell
Feb 1, 202400:47:33Tap to summarizeJoin the Sanders sisters and Dr Ellie Campbell as they discuss the human heart, and just how interconnected it is with full body and oral health. Dr Campbell has been Board certified in Family Medicine for over 30 years, and is also certified by the American Board of Integrative Medicine. Trained at the Medical College of Georgia, in the Bale Doneen Method, and through the Cardiometabolic Program at the Institute for Functional Medicine, she is an expert in Cardiovascular Risk Reduction. A solo physician for 18 years, she has specialty interests in interdisciplinary collaboration, reversing chronic disease, natural treatments for high blood pressure, and the oral-systemic connections. She has been an advisory board member to The International College of Integrative Medicine and the American Academy for Oral & Systemic Health. She is an author, mentor, and international speaker who enjoys live theater, gardening, healthy cooking, hiking, travel, and playtime with her husband, three adult daughters and 2 100-lb dogs.Dr Campbell’s book: www.bpblueprint.comDr Campbell’s speaker work: www.drelliecampbellspeaker.comDr Campbell’s practice page: www.campbellfamilymedicine.comDr Campbell’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550068367157Campbell Family Medicine Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/campbellfamilymedDr Campbell’s book available on Amazon: The Blood Pressure Blueprint: THE holistic guide to defeating hypertension Floss and Flip-Flops with the Sanders sisters features hosts dental hygienist and speaker Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, and podiatrist Dr Elizabeth Sanders, DPM. Together, the sisters discuss the oral-systemic link and its impact—from your teeth down to your toes. The podcast is produced monthly by Dental Products Report® and Modern Hygienist®, in partnership with The Sanders sisters.For additional content for dental professionals visit DPR and MH at dentalproductsreport.com.Katrina Sanders, RDH, can be reached at: Website: katrinasanders.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
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