Brush with Britt
Where prevention actually makes sense. The Brush with Britt Podcast explores the powerful connection between oral health and overall health, from medical-dental integration and interprofessional collaboration to burnout, career growth, and the real-life experiences shaping the future of prevention and whole-body wellness.
Episodes
101 episodes
101. Is Dental Hygiene Worth It? Here’s the GOOD Side No One Talks About
Hey Bristles !In this episode, I’m sharing the real-life pros of being a dental hygienist, the things that make this career so rewarding, flexible, and full of opportunity. Whether you're a student thinking about hygiene school, ...
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Season 6
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Episode 101
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19:11
100. A Celebration of 100 Episodes and the Hygienists Who Inspire Me
In this milestone episode, we’re celebrating both the 100th episode of the Brush with Britt podcast and the close of Dental Hygiene Month with a special tribute to the dental hygiene community.This episode features a collectio...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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36:28
99. Mastering Modern Perio
In this episode, I sit down with Marvelyn Navarro, RDH, founder of Perio Precise, to talk all about the Perio Endoscope.With over 15 years in clinical and administrative dental hygiene, Marvelyn shares how endoscopy...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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27:22
98. Silver Diamine Fluoride: Stopping Cavities, Expanding Prevention
This week on Brush with Britt, I’m joined by Shelley Brown, RDH, for an eye-opening conversation about silver diamine fluoride (SDF) — one of the most exciting tools we have in modern preventive dentistry.SDF isn’t just about ...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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43:33
97. Why Military Dentistry Models Don’t Belong in Civilian Care
This week on Brush with Britt, I sit down with Alana Hall, MHA, RDH, a former Army Preventive Dentistry Specialist turned registered dental hygienist, to unpack why adopting military-style preventive models is not the answer to our hygiene work...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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29:51
96. Functional Dental Hygiene
This week on Brush with Britt I’m joined by Dr. Staci Whitman, a leading voice in functional dentistry.We explore how whole-person oral care can transform outcomes—what your saliva can reveal, why airway health is foundational...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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44:53
95. Perio Queen
This week on Brush with Britt, I’m joined by the one and only Shelby RDH — yes, that Shelby from TikTok who has been serving up relatable RDH content and making perio cool again. 🦷✨We’re diving into wha...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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33:07
94. Content, Collabs & Calculus: The Unfiltered Life of a Hygienist Creator
In this episode, I’m joined by the one and only Amber Lovatos, also known as The Latina RDH—an outspoken advocate, content creator, and powerhouse hygienist who’s built an online brand rooted in passion, purpose, and t...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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33:35
93. Hygienist Autonomy? Say Less.
In this episode of the BrushwithBritt Podcast, I sit down with Derik Sven 🦷 to unpack what autonomy really means for dental hygienists in 2025 (and beyond).🎓 Whether you're a new grad hygienist or a seasoned hygienist drea...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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41:02
92. Waterline Biofilm? We Don't Know Her.
Get ready to dive deep into the world of dental waterline maintenance with none other than Amanda Hill BSDH, RDH CDIPC, educator, speaker, and infection control queen! 👑💧In this episode of Brush with Britt, we...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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22:05
91. First-Day Feels as a New RDH
Ready to step into the op solo for the first time? 😬💉This week, I'm joined by Sade Gammage, a passionate new grad who’s been practicing dental hygiene since May 2023 🦷. A proud community college graduate, Sade entere...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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23:19
90. The Truth About Alcohol and Oral Health
In this powerful and honest episode, we dive deep into the connection between alcohol consumption and oral health, shedding light on a topic often overlooked in the operatory. Joined by Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS, a pass...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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21:35
89. The RDH Injector
In this episode of the BrushWithBritt Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Lindsey Lee 👩⚕️ both a Registered Dental Hygienist 🦷 and Registered Nurse 💉 whose path into aesthetics looks a little different than most. From scaling tee...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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19:34
88. The Oath We Take: Why Being a Dental Hygienist Matters
Welcome to SEASON 5! 🥳 In this kickoff episode, we’re going back to our roots, talking about the heart ❤️ of dental hygiene and the powerful meaning behind taking the Dental Hygiene Oath 📝.This episode is a tribut...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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7:08
87. Empowered Hygiene: Rising Above New ADA Resolutions
In today’s episode, Billie Lunt RDH, BA, MSDH and I explore why pursuing a career in dental hygiene remains a compelling choice despite recent ADA resolutions. We discuss the vital role dental hygienists play in healthcare and how they can maxi...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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24:06
86. Unbreakable: Emotional Resilience in Dental Hygiene School
In this episode of the BrushwithBritt podcast, Jessica and I discuss the vital role of Hygiene Edge in supporting dental hygienists at all stages of their careers. We explore the challenges faced by dental hygiene students, emphasizing the impo...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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30:48
85. Pursuing a Dental Hygiene Career Later in Life
In this episode of BrushwithBritt, we explore the inspiring possibilities of pursuing a career in dental hygiene, regardless of age or life stage. Join us as we discuss the reality and challenges of going back to school to become a dental hygie...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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31:34
84. The Making of BrushwithBritt
In honor of celebrating four years as a dental hygienist, join me for a special episode of the BrushwithBritt podcast where I get into my personal and professional journey to becoming the creator of BrushwithBritt. From my initial dreams to the...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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24:30
83. Production Insights for Hygienists: Let's Talk About the $$$
In this episode of the BrushwithBritt podcast, we discuss the importance of dental hygienists understanding the business and production side of dentistry. Join me as we explore how mastering the numbers not only empowers hygienists but a...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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24:46
82. Pregnancy Care 101 for RDHs
In this episode Sue Scherer, RDH, BS and I discuss the crucial role dental hygienists play in caring for pregnant patients. Pregnancy brings significant changes that can affect oral health, and understanding these changes is essential for effec...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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23:56
81. RDHAP - Hygienist Owned Practice
In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs) in California and explore the critical impact of hygienist-owned practices across the United States. Join us as we delve into how RDH...
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Season 4
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34:22
80. Public Health Hygienist - Mobile Dentistry
In this episode of BrushWithBritt, we highlight the crucial role dental hygienists play in expanding access to oral healthcare. We explore the innovative ways hygienists are stepping beyond traditional settings to provide essential care in scho...
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Season 4
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Episode 80
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29:14
79. Hygienist + Botox Administration
In this episode, we discuss dental hygienists administering Botox and dermal fillers. As the scope of dental hygiene expands, professionals are increasingly equipped to offer these aesthetic treatments, enhancing both facial aesthetics and ther...
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Season 4
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Episode 79
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23:45
78. Dental Hygiene School: Study Tips, Finding Patients, Imposter Syndrome
Today, you'll hear straight from a dental hygiene school professor! Everything from studying tips to managing stress while in dental hygiene school. This episode shares advice to help get you through school. We touch on finding patients, me...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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42:32
