35. Herpes

In the episode @emmatalksteeth and I reveal the shocking truth about bacteria and virus transfer. We review the spread of herpes (cold sores), cavities, and periodontal disease. How often do we finding ourselves at events where family and friends want to kiss the baby and we find ourselves wanting to yell "NO! PLEASE DON'T KISS THE BABY!" but we don't know how to say it without being weird or awkward. Emma shares great tips for how to go about telling family and friends "No Kissing The Baby". In addition to the spread of herpes, we cover the spread of bacteria that causes cavities and periodontal disease through saliva. Emma and I share the importance of a thorough oral hygiene routine to keep your mouth happy and healthy after coming in contact with these bacterias. As healthcare providers, we review herpetic whitlow, the importance of keeping the patient and provider safe, and the protocol of treating a patient with a cold sore and how to discuss a herpetic lesion. This episode is full of great information for the patient and provider!Connect with Emma: @emmatalksteeth @talkdentaltomepodcastConnect with me: @brushwithbritt  Refer and Earn! https://bettermouth.tv/brushwithbritt BetterMouth.TVReady to make patient education easier? Try your first month FREE at bettermouth.tv/brushwithbritt