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  • EP20: Water You Talking About

    EP20: Water You Talking About
    2026/09/02
    💧 WATER YOU TALKING ABOUT? Hydration, Hype & What’s Actually in Your Water Apparently, drinking water isn’t complicated enough anymore. Now we have tap water, spring water, distilled water, reverse osmosis, alkaline water, hydrogen water, structured water, ozonated water, sparkling water, mineral water… and probably some $6,000 quantum-unicorn-vortex water machine that folds your laundry and pays your mortgage. 😂 So naturally, we had questions. In this episode of The Unhinged Hygienists, Tasia Dallas, RDH and Lauren Kennedy, RDH dive headfirst into the surprisingly wild world of WATER. Because patients are asking about it, wellness influencers are making some pretty massive claims about it, and hydration has a much bigger connection to oral and systemic health than most people realize. 💦 WHY HYDRATION MATTERS TO YOUR MOUTH Your dental hygienist can probably tell when you’re dehydrated before you ever mention it. Dry tissues. Sticky cheeks. Thick or foamy saliva. Cracked lips. Bad breath. Increased plaque accumulation. And saliva? She deserves way more respect. Saliva helps lubricate tissues, neutralize acids, control bacteria, support chewing and swallowing, and contains enzymes involved in the beginning stages of digestion. Hydration plays a major role in keeping that entire system working the way it should. Translation: water is part of oral health. 🚰 WHAT THE HELL IS ACTUALLY IN OUR WATER? Not all tap water is created equal. Where you live, the source of your water, municipal treatment, local contaminants and even the plumbing in your home can affect what eventually comes out of your faucet. We get into: Tap vs. bottled vs. spring water PFAS, aka “forever chemicals” Lead, chlorine, microplastics and other contaminants Why knowing your LOCAL water quality matters Water testing and municipal Consumer Confidence Reports Why owning a filter means absolutely nothing if you never change the damn filter 😂 Rather than panicking about every possible exposure, the takeaway is to know your water before spending your money. Learn what’s actually in your local supply, test when appropriate, and choose filtration based on what you’re trying to remove. 🧪 REVERSE OSMOSIS, DISTILLED & WHOLE-HOUSE FILTRATION Reverse osmosis gets some serious airtime. RO systems use a semipermeable membrane to reduce many dissolved contaminants, and some systems also incorporate activated carbon filtration. But highly effective filtration can also remove naturally occurring minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which is why some systems include remineralization. We also talk distilled water, whole-house systems, countertop systems, remineralization and water softeners. And yes, somehow garbage disposals, eggshells, carrots, beets and what looked like a horrific crime scene under Tasia’s sink make their way into a podcast about hydration. Because obviously. 🫧 HYDROGEN WATER Now things get interesting. Hydrogen water is regular water with dissolved molecular hydrogen, and there is emerging research exploring potential effects related to oxidative stress, inflammation, metabolic health and exercise recovery. Promising? Yes. Miracle water? Settle down, Instagram. As we discuss in the episode, the research is intriguing but still developing, and small studies shouldn't automatically be turned into universal health claims. ⚗️ ALKALINE WATER Can alkaline water completely change your body's pH, detoxify you and transform you into an immortal wellness goddess? Probably not. Your body tightly regulates blood pH. While there may be specific areas of research worth exploring, including reflux, that's very different from claiming alkaline water can “detox” the entire body or prevent disease. And if the rest of your lifestyle is working against you, one fancy bottle of alkaline water isn't riding in on a white horse to save the day. 🌀 STRUCTURED WATER, LIVING WATER & THE WOO-WOO CORNER This is where we happily tumble down the rabbit hole. Structured water. Hexagonal water. Living water. Vortex systems. Light-infused water. Crystals charging water. There are fascinating questions being explored about the physical behavior and structure of water. But there's an important distinction between interesting science worth investigating and companies taking early research and sprinting straight into “THIS WATER HEALS EVERYTHING.” Curiosity? YES. Blindly buying the $4,000 magical countertop portal to eternal youth? Maybe read the studies first. 🍋 RAPID-FIRE WATER We finish with some quick hitters, including: Sparkling water: Fine, but constantly sipping acidic flavored varieties isn't exactly your enamel's dream day. Lemon water: Enjoy it if you love it, but remember the acidity. Rinse with plain water afterward and don't immediately brush. Copper bottles: Interesting, but the evidence behind some of the bigger health claims is still limited. Crystal-charged water: Pretty? Absolutely. ...
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  • EP19: You Can't Treat What You Can't See WithTosha Kozloski RDH

    EP19: You Can't Treat What You Can't See WithTosha Kozloski RDH
    2026/08/26
    You Can’t Treat What You Don’t See With Tosha Kozloski, RDH 🔬🦠

    What if your patient’s mouth looks healthy... but the microscope tells a completely different story?

    In this episode of The Unhinged Hygienists, Tasia Dallas, RDH and Lauren Kennedy, RDH sit down with Tosha Kozloski, RDH, educator, consultant, and founder of TOSH: Teaching Oral-Systemic Health, to talk about what may be hiding inside the biofilm we simply cannot see with the naked eye.

    We’re diving into phase-contrast microscopy, biofilm, periodontal pathogens, salivary diagnostics, the oral-systemic connection, patient communication, and what happens when we stop treating periodontal disease like it’s simply a plaque-and-calculus problem.

    Because sometimes the teeth look clean.

    The probing depths don’t seem alarming.

    The patient is brushing, flossing and showing up every six months.

    And then you start scaling... and suddenly it looks like a crime scene. 🩸😂

    So what the hell are we missing?

    Tosha explains how microscopy can completely change the conversation by allowing patients to actually see what is happening in their own biofilm. Instead of another lecture about brushing and flossing, we can give patients objective information, involve them in the conversation, and help them understand WHY we’re recommending treatment.

    🔬 IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

    • What phase-contrast microscopy can reveal about a patient’s biofilm

    • Healthy vs. unhealthy microbial activity under the microscope

    • Why seemingly “healthy” mouths can still bleed during treatment

    • Why biofilm is about more than how much plaque we can see

    • Microscopy vs. salivary diagnostics and why they can work together

    • How to collect a useful plaque sample

    • Why showing patients their own bacteria can completely change the conversation

    • Moving away from blaming patients for their disease

    • Why the language we use when discussing periodontal disease matters

    • How to explain infection, bone loss and treatment without drowning patients in dental jargon

    • Why we sometimes need to STOP talking and let the patient process what we’ve shown them

    • Using open-ended questions instead of information dumping

    • Making patients active participants in their own healthcare

    • The role of home care and biofilm disruption

    • Water flossing, lasers, GBT, ozone and modern periodontal tools

    • Why you don’t need every shiny new piece of equipment to start improving periodontal care

    • How to realistically implement microscopy into a busy hygiene schedule

    • Looking beyond the mouth and considering the patient’s immune system and whole-body health

    One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation:

    If we find something different, we need to do something different.

    Microscopy isn't about scaring patients with creepy crawlies.

    It's about making the invisible visible.

    It’s about giving patients information they can actually understand and helping them connect what is happening in their mouth to their health.

    Because sometimes everything looks fine...

    until you actually look.

    And you can’t treat what you don’t see. 🔬

    🦠 CONNECT WITH TOSHA KOZLOSKI, RDH

    Instagram: @toshardh

    TOSH: Teaching Oral-Systemic Health: tosh.care

    Mouthy Matters: mouthymatters.com

    👩‍⚕️ Dental professionals: Visit Mouthy Matters and select “I’m a dental professional” to access Tosha’s verbal scripts for helping patients better understand gum infection.

    🪥 Patients & health-curious humans: Select “I’m here for my own health” to access Tosha’s Six Minutes to a Healthier Mouth quick guide.

    🎙️ CONNECT WITH THE UNHINGED HYGIENISTS

    Instagram: @theunhingedhygienists TikTok: @theunhingedhygienists YouTube: The Unhinged Hygienists Spotify: The Unhinged Hygienists Apple Podcasts: The Unhinged Hygienists Website: theunhingedhygienist.com

    💗 LIKE • SUBSCRIBE • FOLLOW • SHARE

    If this episode made you rethink what you’re actually treating when a patient sits in your chair, send it to another hygienist who needs to hear this conversation.

    We’re here to challenge old-school dentistry, ask better questions, and keep pushing hygiene toward whole-person healthcare.

    Helping hygienists think differently so patients live differently.

    Educate • Empower • Evolve

    Stay unhinged. Stay curious. Keep asking better questions. 🔬🦠
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  • Ep. 18 Get off The Bench: The Future of Dental Hygiene with Matthew Bradley

    Ep. 18 Get off The Bench: The Future of Dental Hygiene with Matthew Bradley
    2026/08/21
    Get Off the Bench: The Future of Dental Hygiene with The Guygienist Alternative Titles Hygiene School Was Only the Beginning Stop Waiting for Permission with Matthew Bradley, RDH The Guygienist Is Coming for Mediocre Dentistry You Passed Your Boards… Now Become a Hygienist Episode Description What happens when a newly graduated hygienist refuses to sit quietly, accept the status quo, and become another production horse? You get Matthew Bradley, RDH, better known online as The Guygienist. Matthew joins Tasia and Lauren for a bold, honest conversation about finding your voice, owning your education, challenging outdated dental models, and preparing yourself for opportunities before someone finally calls you off the bench. Matthew shares how growing up with constant cavities and difficult dental experiences ultimately led him into dental hygiene. What began as a plan to become a dentist evolved into a much bigger mission: to help move the hygiene profession forward. The conversation dives into everything from male representation in dental hygiene and the controversial Preventive Oral Health Assistant role to medical-dental integration, patient education, insurance-driven care, prevention, burnout, corporate dentistry, professional advocacy, and the future of independent hygiene practice. Matthew also explains why hygiene school is designed to help students pass their boards, not necessarily become the clinicians they ultimately want to be. That part? It is on us. This episode is a reminder that graduation is not the finish line, experience does not automatically equal growth, and nobody else is responsible for building your career. If you want more from this profession, it may be time to stop waiting for permission and start preparing to get in the game. In This Episode, We Discuss How Matthew’s childhood dental experiences inspired his career Being a male in a predominantly female profession Finding an authentic voice on social media Using content to create change rather than chase an algorithm Why hygienists must prepare before opportunities appear The career trajectory that can lead hygienists toward burnout Getting involved in the profession before becoming discouraged Whether Preventive Oral Health Assistants could expand the hygienist’s role The importance of standardized education and demonstrated competency Opportunities for foreign-trained dentists within dental hygiene Why dentistry may eventually need multiple provider levels Medical-dental integration that actually includes medical professionals Collaboration with speech-language pathologists, oncologists, ENTs, cardiologists, and other providers Oral health considerations for patients undergoing radiation therapy Xerostomia, oral sensitivity, and supportive product recommendations Treating causes instead of repeatedly managing symptoms Why hygiene school teaches students to pass boards, not master every clinical skill The career-changing value of conferences and continuing education Why patient education matters more than the fanciest technology Disclosing biofilm and allowing patients to see disease for themselves The difference between insurance guidelines and evidence-based care How production-based compensation can influence clinical decisions Why patients often believe insurance determines what is medically necessary The limitations of procedure codes and the traditional dental insurance model Why preventive dentistry must become both effective and financially sustainable Matthew’s vision for independent hygiene practice Investing in your own instruments, education, conferences, and growth Why your employer cannot be solely responsible for your professional development Biggest Takeaways Hygiene school gives you the foundation. It prepares you to graduate, become licensed, and begin practicing. Becoming the clinician you truly want to be requires education, mentorship, experimentation, conferences, and real-world experience after graduation. You cannot outsource your growth. Your dentist, employer, manager, or corporate organization may support you, but they cannot care about your career more than you do. Patient education is clinical care. Technology and advanced treatment modalities are valuable, but they cannot replace a patient’s understanding of their own disease, risk factors, and responsibilities at home. Insurance coverage is not a treatment plan. A procedure is not unnecessary simply because an insurance company refuses to pay for it. Care should be based on the patient’s health, evidence, risk, and individual needs. Collaboration requires more than talking to ourselves. Medical-dental integration cannot only consist of dental professionals explaining why the mouth matters. We must learn what physicians, speech-language pathologists, oncologists, therapists, and other professionals see that we may be missing. Be ready before your opportunity arrives. You may not currently work in your...
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  • Ep. 17 Everything Your Grandma Told You About Oral Hygiene...Might Be wrong

    Ep. 17 Everything Your Grandma Told You About Oral Hygiene...Might Be wrong
    2026/08/19
    Everything Your Grandma Told You About Oral Health... Might Be Wrong 👵🦷

    Did Listerine really start as a floor cleaner?

    Is charcoal toothpaste actually helping your teeth... or just making your sink look dramatic?

    And who decided everyone should get their teeth cleaned every six months anyway?

    In this episode of The Unhinged Hygienists, Anastasia Dallas, RDH, and Lauren Kennedy, RDH take a hilarious (and evidence-based) trip through some of dentistry's biggest myths, questionable marketing campaigns, and outdated advice that somehow refuses to disappear.

    Nothing is off limits as they challenge everything from fluoride debates and hydroxyapatite to baking soda, mouthwash, water flossers, charcoal toothpaste, and the obsession with "burning means it's working."

    If you've ever wondered whether your dental routine is based on science... or just decades of clever advertising... this episode is for you.

    In This Episode

    • The bizarre history of Listerine (it's even stranger than you think)

    • Why the six-month recall isn't a one-size-fits-all recommendation

    • The truth about fluoride and why the conversation is more nuanced than social media makes it seem

    • Hydroxyapatite explained and why everyone's suddenly talking about it

    • Why baking soda isn't nearly as abrasive as you've been told

    • The problem with charcoal toothpaste

    • Why foaming toothpaste doesn't necessarily clean better

    • Oral probiotics and why killing every bacteria isn't the goal

    • Mouthwash myths and protecting your oral microbiome

    • Water flossers, tap water, filtered water, and why context matters

    • How marketing has shaped what we believe about oral health

    The Biggest Takeaway

    Science evolves.

    Healthcare evolves.

    Your oral care should evolve too.

    The goal isn't to blindly follow trends or cling to old habits.

    It's to stay curious, ask questions, and make decisions based on the best evidence available.

    We'd Love to Hear From You

    Which oral health myth shocked you the most?

    Tell us in the comments.

    What topic should we tackle next?

    We might feature your idea in an upcoming episode!

    Want to Be a Guest?

    Have a unique story, clinical passion, or perspective that could inspire healthcare professionals?

    Visit The Unhinged Hygienists to learn more, read our blog, and apply to be a guest on the podcast.

    Connect With Us

    🌐 Website, blog, guest applications, and more: https://theunhingedhygienists.com

    🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube.

    📱 Follow The Unhinged Hygienists on social media for weekly episodes, behind-the-scenes content, clinical conversations, and plenty of unhinged moments.

    Remember...

    Question the marketing.

    Question the myths.

    Stay curious.

    And never stop learning.
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  • Ep. 16 The Rise Of The Healthcare Hygienist with Melissa Obratka RDH

    Ep. 16 The Rise Of The Healthcare Hygienist with Melissa Obratka RDH
    2026/08/12
    Episode 15: The Rise of the Healthcare Hygienist with Melissa "The Badass Hygienist" Obratka, RDH

    Healthcare is changing...

    The question is...

    Is dental hygiene changing with it?

    In this passionate, honest, and occasionally unhinged conversation, we're joined by one of the profession's biggest disruptors, Melissa Obratka (The Badass Hygienist), to talk about why dental hygienists must stop thinking like "tooth cleaners" and start practicing like the healthcare providers we were educated to be.

    From outdated dental hygiene education to insurance-driven care, Melissa challenges everything we've accepted as "normal" and shares her vision for transforming hygienists into confident healthcare professionals who understand inflammation, oral-systemic health, prevention, communication, and leadership.

    If you've ever felt like you were made for more than scaling calculus...

    This episode is for you.

    In This Episode We Discuss:

    🦷 Why dental hygiene education is failing future hygienists

    🦷 Why hygienists are being taught procedures instead of critical thinking

    🦷 The difference between a traditional hygienist and a Healthcare Hygienist

    🦷 Why inflammation should be driving every appointment

    🦷 Oral-systemic health and preventive medicine

    🦷 Airway, sleep, chronic disease and whole-body health

    🦷 Why hygienists need to stop practicing according to insurance companies

    🦷 The real reason so many hygienists feel burned out

    🦷 Why curiosity is one of the greatest clinical skills you can develop

    🦷 Communication strategies that help patients actually listen

    🦷 Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and building patient trust

    🦷 Why mentoring and continuing education matter more than ever

    🦷 The future of dental hygiene...and why we're just getting started

    🔥 Memorable Quotes

    "There is no piece of calculus that's more important than preventing a heart attack."

    "Healthcare hygienists don't just clean teeth...they help change lives."

    "Medicine evolves. Why are we still practicing like it's 1995?"

    "Stay loud. Stay disruptive. Keep leading by example."

    Resources Mentioned

    ✔ Melissa's OPSM Framework™ (Oral-Systemic Preventive Medicine)

    ✔ 10-week Healthcare Hygienist Transformation Program

    ✔ Guided weekly coaching calls

    ✔ Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP)

    ✔ Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT)

    ✔ Airway & Sleep Dentistry

    ✔ Oral-Systemic Health

    ✔ Inflammation & Chronic Disease

    Connect with Melissa "The Badass Hygienist"

    📸 Instagram: @thebadasshygienist

    🌐 Website: https://thebadasshygienist.com

    🎓 Learn about the OPSM Framework™ and upcoming courses: https://thebadasshygienist.com

    Connect with The Unhinged Hygienists

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    Visit our website to:

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    • Learn more about our mission

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    • Connect with us and join the movement that's redefining dental hygiene.

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    We'd Love Your Support ❤️

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    Together we're creating a movement that reminds hygienists exactly who they are:

    Healthcare providers. Prevention specialists. Leaders.

    Not just people who scrape teeth.

    "Stay curious. Stay disruptive. Stay unapologetically unhinged." 🎙️
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  • Ep. 15 Your Mouth Never Lies: What Vitamins and Minerals Reveal

    Ep. 15 Your Mouth Never Lies: What Vitamins and Minerals Reveal
    2026/08/05
    Your Mouth Is Talking... Is Your Body Listening? Vitamins, Minerals, Gut Health & Why Your Mouth Is the Ultimate Health Snitch

    Your mouth isn't just where cavities happen. It's often the first place your body waves a giant red flag that something deeper is going on.

    In this episode of The Unhinged Hygienists, Tasia and Lauren dive into the fascinating connection between nutrition, gut health, sleep, inflammation, and oral health. They explore why bleeding gums aren't always about flossing, why your tongue might be trying to tell you something, and how dental hygienists can help connect the dots long before disease shows up elsewhere.

    As always, expect a healthy dose of education... with plenty of squirrel moments.

    In This Episode

    🦷 Why oral health starts long before your toothbrush

    🦷 The connection between gut health, inflammation, and periodontal disease

    🦷 Why some patients do "everything right" but still have inflamed gums

    🦷 What your tongue may reveal about nutritional deficiencies

    🦷 Common signs associated with deficiencies in:

    • Vitamin D
    • Vitamin C
    • B Vitamins (B2, B6, B12)
    • Folate
    • Magnesium
    • Zinc
    • Iron

    🦷 Why fiber deserves way more credit than it gets

    🦷 Dry mouth and why it's a cavity's favorite invitation

    🦷 How sleep affects inflammation, healing, and gum health

    🦷 Why healthcare needs more collaboration between medicine and dentistry

    🦷 Why hygienists should think like healthcare investigators instead of tooth cleaners

    Key Takeaways

    ✔️ The mouth is connected to the rest of the body... every single system.

    ✔️ Healthy gums require more than brushing and flossing.

    ✔️ Nutrition, sleep, stress, hydration, medications, and gut health all influence oral health.

    ✔️ Bleeding gums are information, not just an inconvenience.

    ✔️ Prevention begins long before disease develops.

    ✔️ Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to recognize early warning signs and help patients become curious about their health.

    Challenge of the Week

    Tomorrow morning...

    When you wake up and stretch...

    👉 Pay attention to your teeth.

    Were you clenching?

    Let us know in the comments! We want to know if you passed the Morning Clench Challenge.

    We'd Love to Hear From You

    Have you ever discovered a health issue because of something happening in your mouth?

    Did improving your nutrition, sleep, or gut health improve your oral health?

    Message us or leave a comment. We love hearing your stories!

    Resources Mentioned
    • Discuss nutritional concerns with your physician or registered dietitian.
    • Speak with your dental professional if you're experiencing:
      • bleeding gums
      • dry mouth
      • burning mouth
      • recurrent canker sores
      • angular cheilitis
      • persistent inflammation

    This episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical or dental advice.

    Connect With Us

    🌐 Website: TheUnhingedHygienists.com

    📸 Instagram: @theunhingedhygienists

    🎙️ Interested in being a guest? Visit our website and complete the guest application.

    If you enjoyed this episode...

    ⭐ Follow the podcast

    ⭐ Leave a review

    ⭐ Share this episode with a fellow hygienist or healthcare provider

    Because the more we connect the dots, the healthier our patients become.

    Stay curious. Stay hydrated. Stay unhinged. 😜
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  • Ep. 14: Holly's Unhinged Takeover with Holly Moons RDH

    Ep. 14: Holly's Unhinged Takeover with Holly Moons RDH
    2026/07/29
    EP 14 | Holly's Unhinged Takeover with Holly Moons, RDH

    What happens when you throw away the outline, ditch the script, and let one of the profession's most passionate hygienists take complete control of the conversation?

    Pure unhinged magic.

    In this episode, Holly Moons, RDH flips the script by taking over hosting duties and pulling surprise questions from her infamous "bowl of questions." Lauren and Anastasia have no idea what's coming next, leading to one of the funniest, most authentic, and thought-provoking conversations we've had on the podcast.

    From mentorship and career growth to insurance frustrations, patient stories, periodontal therapy, professional advocacy, and even a heated pickle debate, this episode is packed with laughs, honesty, and practical takeaways for every dental professional.

    In this episode we discuss:

    • The power of staying curious throughout your career • Finding mentors who change your professional life • How conferences can completely shift your perspective • The patients we'll never forget • Difficult patient interactions and navigating challenging personalities • Why patient expectations matter more than we realize • Insurance and how it impacts patient care and our profession • Dental hygiene reciprocity and licensing frustrations across states • Standing up for yourself as a healthcare provider • Professional growth and investing in yourself • Favorite clinical products and periodontal therapy tips • Building confidence in your career • Funny stories from clinical practice • And yes...the great dill pickle vs. bread-and-butter pickle debate.

    Whether you're a seasoned hygienist, a new graduate, or simply passionate about elevating healthcare, this episode reminds us why curiosity, community, and continuous learning matter.

    Connect with Holly Moons, RDH

    Instagram: @hollymoonsrdh

    Connect with Lauren Kennedy, RDH

    Instagram: @laurenthemyocoach Website: https://themyocoach.com

    Connect with Anastasia Dallas, RDH

    Instagram: @anastasiadallas_rdh

    Follow The Unhinged Hygienists

    Instagram: @theunhingedhygienists Website: https://www.theunhingedhygienists.com

    Visit our website to:

    • Read our latest blog posts

    • Stay up to date on new episodes

    • Access additional podcast resources

    • Apply to be a guest on The Unhinged Hygienists podcast through our guest application form

    We're always looking for passionate dental professionals and healthcare leaders with stories worth sharing.

    If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love your support!

    ⭐ Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave us a 5-star review ⭐ Share this episode with a friend or colleague ⭐ Follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes content, clips, and updates

    The Unhinged Hygienists is more than a podcast. It's a movement dedicated to empowering dental hygienists to think bigger, practice differently, and recognize the incredible role they play in healthcare.

    Because we're not just cleaning teeth.

    We're changing healthcare...one conversation at a time.
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  • Ep. 13 What Hygiene School Did Not Teach Us!

    Ep. 13 What Hygiene School Did Not Teach Us!
    2026/07/22
    The Unhinged Hygienists Episode 13 | What Hygiene School Did Not Teach Us 🎙️ Episode Description

    Dental hygiene school teaches you how to pass boards.

    The real world? That's an entirely different curriculum.

    In this episode, Anastasia and Lauren dive into the lessons no instructor could possibly prepare you for, from imposter syndrome and impossible schedules to office politics, career growth, ergonomics, and learning that perfection isn't the goal.

    Whether you're a brand-new graduate waiting for your license or a hygienist with 25 years under your belt, you'll probably find yourself saying...

    "Yep... nobody warned me about that."

    This episode is packed with laughs, honest stories, practical advice, and reminders that you're doing better than you think.

    In this episode:

    🦷 The shocking transition from hygiene school to private practice

    ⏰ Why time management feels impossible at first

    😬 Imposter syndrome (and why almost everyone experiences it)

    💪 Protecting your neck, shoulders, wrists, and career

    🔍 Why curiosity is your greatest career advantage

    🏢 Questions every hygienist should ask during a job interview

    📚 Continuing education that actually changes your career

    🦠 Why staying current matters more than ever

    ❤️ How to stop chasing perfection and start building confidence

    🌱 The importance of finding an office that aligns with your values

    Favorite Quote

    "You don't have to know everything. You just have to stay curious."

    Connect With Us

    📸 Instagram: @theunhingedhygienists

    🌐 Website: www.theunhingedhygienists.com

    Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    If this episode helped you, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review and share it with another hygienist, hygiene student, or healthcare professional.

    Music Mentioned

    During the episode, Anastasia talks about wanting to use "If You Must" by Del the Funky Homosapien as the show's intro music and shares that she'd already reached out to the artist's team about licensing it.
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