Summary

This episode of the ADHD podcast features highlights from the ADHD 2025 conference, including the introduction of Jennifer Hill as the new CEO of ADHA, the launch of the rebranded podcast 'Hygiene Rising', and interviews with industry leaders like Linda Miller from PDT and ambassadors from Hygienist Inspired. The discussions focus on the future of dental hygiene, community engagement, and the importance of innovation in the profession.

Matt Crespin welcomes Michelle Strange as co-host for a timely conversation with Michelle Lee from the Association for Dental Safety (ADS) during Dental Infection Control Awareness Month (DICAM). When the CDC eliminated its Division of Oral Health back in April, ADS stepped up to fill the gap. They launched the ADS Institute for Dental Safety and Science to oversee the dental infection prevention guidelines that thousands of practitioners rely on daily. Michelle Lee talks through the ADS’s innovative "Ask ADS" AI chat tool — your go-to for vetted infection control answers. She also shares important upcoming dental infection events. Your hosts address common misconceptions in infection control compliance and the importance of moving beyond legacy errors. This episode is packed with practical insights every dental professional needs to keep patient safety front and center.

Guest: Michelle Lee, CPC, Executive Director, Association for Dental Safety
Co-Hosts: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA and Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

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https://www.myads.org
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https://www.myads.org/ask-ads
https://www.myads.org/resources

Get ready for ADHA's Annual Conference returning to California for the first time in 25 years! ADHA Director of Meetings, Leah Johnson, joins host Matt Crespin with everything you need to know before heading to Long Beach, Oct. 4-6. Discover exciting new events including Colgate’s Science Hub demo, fireside chats, free professional headshots, rapid-fire education sessions, beach cleanup, and celebrations. Plus AI transforms you into a dental hygienist Barbie at the Malibu-themed reception and much more! Get Leah's insider details for first-time attendees, hands-on learning, community service events and navigating the event. From travel logistics to the Foundation's Wellness Challenge listen in to maximize your ADHA25 experience!
Guest: Leah Johnson, CMP, DES, Director of Meetings & Corporate Development, ADHA Foundation
Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

https://www.adha2025.org