Whitney DiFoggio, MA, RDH
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Whitney DiFoggio, MA, RDH

Whitney DiFoggio, MA, RDH
Whitney DiFoggio, MA, RDH
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Author
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Dental Hygienist
Expertise
Consumer Dental Health, Patient Education, Health Communication
Education
University of Illinois Chicago
Prairie State College
Arizona State University

Currently using:

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean

Burst Sonic Electric

Burst Sonic Electric

Highlights

  • Award of Distinction (Issued by Sunstar & RDH Magazine) - July 2021
  • Heart to Hands Award (Issued by Philips & RDH Magazine) - June 2019
  • Instrumentation Excellence Award (Issued by Nordent Manufacturing Inc.) - May 2015

Education

- Arizona State University (Master of Arts, Communication) - University of Illinois Chicago (Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences) - Prairie State College (Associate of Applied Sciences, Dental Hygiene)

Experience

- Registered Dental Hygienist (2015-present) - American Dental Hygiene Association (2015-present) - Oral Health Educator: National Children's Oral Health Foundation (2017-present) - Certified Peer Educator: BACCUS Network

About Teeth Talk

TeethTalkGirl.com was created by a passionate dental hygienist, Whitney DiFoggio, MA, RDH.  Whitney’s journey of spreading dental health awareness began on the YouTube platform — where she continues to create educational videos for the public. 

Dentistry is not a one-size-fits-all!  From discovering the best dental floss to understanding dental treatment options, our goal is to provide you with information to take an active role in your oral health. Learn more about us!

Recent articles from Whitney DiFoggio, MA, RDH
Dental Anxiety (Dentophobia) & How To Overcome It

Dental Anxiety (Dentophobia) & How To Overcome It

Dentophobia is an intense fear or anxiety related to dental care or visiting the dentist. Severe dental anxiety that it can lead to very poor dental health.
Flossing Tricks for Permanent Retainers

Flossing Tricks for Permanent Retainers

Flossing with a permanent retainer can be challenging since there is a small wire that’s cemented to the tongue-side of your bottom front teeth.
Chipped Tooth or Tartar Breaking Off Teeth?

Chipped Tooth or Tartar Breaking Off Teeth?

Did you experience a break or chip in your tooth, or was it tartar? Tartar breaking off can leave a 'hole,' making it hard to distinguish from a broken tooth.
9 Reasons for a Boil or Bump on Gums

9 Reasons for a Boil or Bump on Gums

Gum bumps vary in severity and cause, from infections to minor injuries.