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FINDING YOUR LIFEGUARD: BUILDING A SUPPORT NETWORK FOR WELLNESS
While learning and discovering how to be a LifeGuard for your patients, you must also focus on your health and wellness.
The LifeGuard Approach
Jan 173 min read
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HEALTH LIFELINES PODCAST WITH OUR GUEST, DR. BRIAN MCKAY - WHO ARE YOU GOING TO BE FOR YOUR PATIENTS?
On this episode of the Health LifeLines Podcast, my guest is the one and only Dr. Brian McKay.
The LifeGuard Approach
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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AN EASY FOUR-STEP PLAN TO OPTIMIZE ORAL HEALTH & PREVENT HEART ATTACKS
This article on oral-systemic health was originally published by our friends at the BaleDoneen Method.
The LifeGuard Approach
Nov 14, 20244 min read
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SAVING LIVES THROUGH ORAL-SYSTEMIC HEALTH
In this episode, Cris shares insights into the crucial connection between oral-systemic health and overall well-being.
Cris Duval
Feb 1, 20242 min read
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HOW TO PROMOTE WELLNESS IN YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE
Cris Duval, CEO of The LifeGuard Approach, talks with Gary about why dentists should promote wellness rather than only treat sickness.
Cris Duval
Jan 3, 20242 min read
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HEALTH LIFELINES PODCAST WITH OUR GUEST, BOB WALKER: DISCOVERING THE RIGHT HEALTH JOURNEY FOR YOU AND YOUR PATIENTS
On this episode of the Health LifeLines Podcast, my guest is the incomparable Dr. Robert "Bob" Walker, MA, MS, DC, a Chiropractor.
The LifeGuard Approach
Dec 3, 20232 min read
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HYGIENIST COACHING: IF YOU FAIL TO LOOK
Detecting oral cancer in its earliest stages saves lives, eases suffering, reduces morbidity, and ameliorates post-surgery recovery.
Cris Duval
Apr 14, 20234 min read
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TAKE TIME TO PROTECT YOUR PATIENTS DURING THEIR CLEANING VISIT
Taking the time to listen to your patients and perform screenings will improve their health and your dental practice.
The LifeGuard Approach
Mar 2, 20233 min read
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FROM STRESS TO SATISFACTION AS A HYGIENIST
Dentistry has always been a stressful occupation; however, burnout is causing dental practices to suffer.
The LifeGuard Approach
Sep 29, 20223 min read
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HYGIENIST TRAINING: UNDERSTANDING TONGUE-TIES IN CHILDREN
Learn how to identify and help a dental patient with a tongue tie as a hygienist.
The LifeGuard Approach
Jul 18, 20222 min read
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STAY CONNECTED WITH THE LIFEGUARD APPROACH
Ready to do more good for your patients? Become a LifeGuard and stay connected with the LifeGuard Approach.
The LifeGuard Approach
Jul 5, 20221 min read
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HYGIENIST EDUCATION: UNDERSTANDING OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA IN CHILDREN
Watching for signs of and identifying sleep apnea in children during dental visits can help prevent long-term health issues for them.
The LifeGuard Approach
Jun 17, 20222 min read
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HYGIENIST COACHING: TIPS FOR HELPING YOUR PATIENTS THROUGH DENTAL ANXIETY
Fear of the dentist and dental anxiety is very real and something every LifeGuard should be on the lookout for.
The LifeGuard Approach
May 24, 20222 min read
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HOW TO GROW PATIENT RELATIONSHIPS AND YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE AS A LIFEGUARD
One of the key elements needed to become an active LifeGuardâ„¢ for your patients is to develop relationships with your patients.
The LifeGuard Approach
May 12, 20223 min read
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BOOK REVIEW: THE DENTAL DIET
Learning to treat your patients, with oral health at the base, is the best way to be a LifeGuard. The Dental Diet is a great resource.
The LifeGuard Approach
May 4, 20222 min read
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UNDERSTANDING THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF AIRWAYS DISORDERS IN CHILDREN
Watching and listening to your patients is how you become a LifeGuardâ„¢ for them and learn to spot airway disorders in children.
The LifeGuard Approach
Apr 2, 20223 min read
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GETTING YOUR SHIFT TOGETHER: CHANGING THE MINDSET OF THE TRADITIONAL ROLE OF A HYGIENIST
If you shift your way of thinking and your message, you will have time to screen patients at every hygienist visit.
Cris Duval
Oct 26, 20215 min read
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