72. Exploring the Dentist-Hygienist Partnership

Get ready for an extremely informative episode on the importance of teamwork between hygienists and dentists. What makes this episode truly unique is our honored guest, Dr. Nolan, marking the very first appearance of a dentist on our show! Dr. Nolan brings to light the fundamental role of hygienists as the cornerstone of dental practices, emphasizing the connection between successful practice management and the seamless partnership of dentists and hygienists. You won't want to miss this one! Dr. Nolan attended the University of Illinois where he studied chemistry followed by Midwestern University for his DMD in 2014. His research focus is on the development of novel nanomaterials for use in preventative dentistry. He has published on a wide scope of topics including toxicology, remineralization dynamics, and nanotechnology. He is currently the Chief Science officer for Elementa Oral care, and has worked extensively on the development of plant based nanoparticles for their unique anti caries applications.