Antibiotics use is often a debated topic in our profession and between our profession and specialties like orthopedics. What do the guidelines say? How do we advocate for our patients so we don’t create these superbugs because of antibiotic overuse? Dr. Tom Viola is back for another TIPisode on this topic. Don’t forget to share this episode. We would love …
Colchicine: Ancient Anti-Inflammatory Could Prevent Atherosclerosis Like Aspirin (But at What Price?)
As long as 3,500 years ago, the plant source of the drug we now know as colchicine was already being described as a source of relief for swelling and rheumatism: In 1550 B.C., an Egyptian of great learning first wrote about the anti-inflammatory properties of the autumn crocus–colchicum autumnale–in a papyrus. One of the oldest known compendiums of herbal medical …
“I Want A New Drug:” OTC Inhaler Abuse
As in the period of transition that followed the end of alcohol Prohibition, the medical community will need to adjust its approach to screening and evaluating patient cannabis use. The potential for use and abuse disorders are not the only risks of regular consumption; cannabinoids bind with cytochrome P450, for example–the same enzyme responsible for “Grapefruit Warnings” on many drugs …
Pregnancy and ibuprofen: What you need to know
On this episode, dental pharmacology expert Tom Viola, RPh, joins the show to talk about a recent warning regarding the effects that ibuprofen reportedly could have on pregnancy. This is a must-listen for any practice to protect their pregnant team members and patients. Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 158: Pregnancy and ibuprofen: What you need to know
What you need to know about the Benadryl challenge on TikTok
There’s a challenge going around TikTok regarding Benadryl. How does it impact your dental patients? How it could impact the young people you know who love TikTok? Dental’s pharmacology expert, Tom Viola, RPh, joins the show to explain. Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 155: What you need to know about the Benadryl challenge on TikTok
Polypharmacy TIPisode with Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. – On A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Polypharmacy…. is that a new term for you? This TIPisode discusses what this means. This TIPisode can benefit YOU, your loved ones, and your patients. Medication interactions are a big deal and we need to know about them when reading through medical histories. With over 30 years’ experience as a pharmacist, educator, speaker and author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has …
Why this new drug should be known in the dental practice
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the supplemental New Drug Application for Trelegy Ellipta for the maintenance treatment of asthma in patients aged 18 years and older. This new indication, and resulting increased market demand, for Trelegy Ellipta is of importance to dentistry since its ingredients have dental implications and adverse effects which, due to the fixed …
A link between periodontal disease and colorectal cancer?
Dental pharmacology expert, Tom Viola, RPh, is back to talk about a recent article finding a possible connection between colorectal cancer and periodontal disease. With the recent death of movie star Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer, now could be the perfect time to discuss this link with your patients. #TogetherWeRise Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 150: A link between periodontal …
What you need to know about anticoagulants
Tom Viola, RPh, joins the show to discuss the new wave of anticoagulants and what it means for dental practices and patients. Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 149: What you need to know about anticoagulants
Vitamins, supplements, and battling COVID-19
Dental’s pharmacology expert, Tom Viola, RPh, is back to talk about a study that has been released detailing the role of supplements and vitamins in the fight against COVID-19. Some interesting and timely thoughts on the subject and what you need to know. #TogetherWeRise Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 148: Vitamins, supplements, and battling COVID-19