Amber Auger

Jan 17, 2025 | rdhmag.com | Amber Auger

Question: What should I do when a patient says no to periodontal treatment? Should I just provide them with a standard prophy, despite their periodontal status? Answer: This is an extremely common situation that we face as dental professionals. We must not allow insurance to dictate patient care; we must remain committed to doing what’s best for each patient.

Aug 22, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Amber Auger

The intricate relationship between oral health and overall well-being continues to garner significant attention. While many understand the connection between oral health and systemic conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, the link between oral health and mental health, particularly depression, is often overlooked. Dental professionals must recognize and address the bidirectional relationship between oral health and depression to provide comprehensive care to our patients.

Aug 21, 2024 | dentistryiq.com | Amber Auger

I remember the moment like yesterday. After months of frustration, I approached my boss about the lack of calibration between myself and the four other dental hygienists on the team. I had been practicing dental hygiene for three years, and everyone loved to remind me that I was a “new hygienist” and “I would learn the real world soon enough.” That should have been a red flag for me, but I didn’t know what a red flag was back then.

Jun 4, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Amber Auger

We’ve all experienced the adverse effects of poor sleep. There’s a stark difference between restful sleep and reduced quality sleep. Poor nights are often the result of increased caffeine intake or eating high carb snacks or sugary foods, usually in an effort to find a quick energy source. Sleep is considered a pillar in the functional approach to health. Without proper sleep, we increase the risk of systemic health dysfunction, which leads to an increased chance of disease.

Apr 30, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Amber Auger |Joy Void-Holmes |Tracy L. Boyan |PG Cert

The adage "You are what you eat" emphasizes the pivotal role diet plays in human health, particularly gut health in disease prevention and management. People’s dietary choices can either strengthen or compromise their metabolic well-being. With our fast-paced lifestyles, maintaining a healthy diet can present formidable challenges.