Managing Cancer Patients as a Dental Professional

Ever wondered how to provide dental hygiene care to patients with cancer? Jill is a dental hygienist who recognized the limited course material she was given in school when caring for cancer patients and sought to learn more. Her passion stems from seeing her mom's oral health suffer after her breast cancer diagnosis. Jill founded Side Effect Support, an online resource for both dental professionals and patients wanting to learn more about managing oral care with cancer. Our conversation today covers her mission, tips for the Future RDH, her experience working two jobs while in dental hygiene school, and more!Timestamps:(00:00) Jill’s RDH Origin Story (02:22) Working for WaterPik and Side Effect Support(08:20) Treating Cancer Patients in Dental Hygiene (13:46) Dental Hygienists Working in Hospital Settings (16:24) Associates in Dental Hygiene (20:39) Working While in Dental Hygiene School(23:01) Advice for the Future RDH🟠 Struggling in school? https://dentalhygienebasics.mykajabi.com/pl/2148740487🟠 Socials: @dentalhygienebasics🟠 Scholarships: www.dentalhygienebasics.com/scholarships🟠 See all FREE upcoming student events: www.dentalhygienebasics.com/events Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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