According to the Mayo Clinic, “Serotonin syndrome occurs when you take medications that cause high levels of the chemical serotonin to accumulate in your body.” This is something that all dental practices should be aware of, and Tom Viola, RPh, dental’s pharmacology expert, is here to discuss what you need to know and why you need to know about it. …
What new findings on bisphosphonates could mean for your dental patients
Before the holidays, some new findings on bisphosphonates were released. In this podcast, Tom Viola, RPh, shares his thoughts on what the study means and what it could mean for your dental patients. He also discusses how this could be another opportunity for collaboration between medical and dental practitioners. Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 170: What new findings on bisphosphonates …
Patient Self Medication TIPisode with Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. – On A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Please Rate and Review Us: This Week Tom talks to us about patient self-medication! With over 30 years’ experience as a pharmacist, educator, speaker and author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has earned his reputation as the go-to specialist for delivering quality continuing education content through his informative engaging presentations. Tom’s sellout programs provide an overview of the most prevalent oral …
Codeine and your dental patients
Let’s talk pain control and your patients. Let’s talk about what that means when it comes to codeine. Let’s talk to dental’s pharmacology expert, Tom Viola, RPh, about it so you can get the information you need. #TogetherWeRise Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 160: Codeine and your dental patients
Who said I can’t take Advil?” Dental Pain Management in a Post Covid-19 World with Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. – On A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Tom Viola joins Michelle Strange for a Facebook Live chat on dental pain control during and after this pandemic. Listen in as Tom answers some of the viewer questions! This episode is sponsored by Crest + OralB. We thank them for supporting us, amazing educators like Tom, and for supporting dental teams everywhere. Learn more through their social media channels …
Acetaminophen, supplements, and more: The effects on your dental patients
Tom Viola, RPh, is back to talk about acetaminophen, supplements, and other standard things your patients may be taking … but they may not think about telling you about. What are the effects and what do you need to know? A frank and honest conversation with dental’s pharmacology expert. Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 168: Acetaminophen, supplements, and more: The …
Cannabis and your dental patients
Let’s talk about the effects of cannabis on your dental patients. Let’s talk about why they need more anesthetic. Let’s talk about what you need to know about this important topic with dental’s pharmacology expert, Tom Viola, RPh. Dental Assistant Nation · Episode 161: Cannabis and your dental patients
Antibiotics TIPisode with Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. – On A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
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 …
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