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Elevated SRP- How RDH's can get better outcomes | Tooth Or Dare Podcast with Toothlife.Irene
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Dear Dental Hygienists, Respectfully, if you're scaling alone during your SRP, you likely could be doing it better... In this episode, Irene and Vic go 5-7mm deep into the Perio Rabbit Hole, sharing the why behind a standardized SRP protocol and how shifting your mindset can improve both clinical consistency and patient care. Have you ever found yourself hesitating during a treatment recommendation, wondering if insurance, patient “vibes,” or financial concerns might hold them back? Irene shares her turning point in the operatory when she realized how external influences were clouding clinical decisions. This inspired the creation of a free downloadable perio resource, designed to support clarity, confidence, and clinical excellence. Don’t miss these highlights: 💡 How to explain perio therapy to first-time patients, including the one-liner Irene now uses in every case: “I'm here to present you with options and make suggestions. In the end, you're the one making decisions.” 🧫 The clinical benefits of incorporating oral probiotics into therapy 📊 A closer look at this 2022 study comparing: SRP alone vs. SRP + Diode Laser + 3% H₂O₂ that results showed significantly reduced bleeding