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

-Eastern Virginia Medical School (Doctor of Health Science). Expected graduation: May 2028 -Arizona State University (Master of Arts, Communication). 2024 -Prairie State College (Associate of Applied Sciences, Dental Hygiene). 2015 -University of Illinois Chicago (Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences). 2013

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

Can You Get Herpes Down There From a Cold Sore? (HSV-1 vs. HSV-2)

If you have genital herpes or a cold sore, you’re contagious. Herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2), can cause a genital herpes infection.

How Much Is A Deep Cleaning At The Dentist?

Depending on what part of the country you live in, it averages about $300 per quadrant if you still have all of your teeth. $800-1800 for a full mouth.

Can Brushing Your Teeth Clear Up Your Acne?

It turns out that oral care is the new skincare when it comes to a holistic approach to battling acne, breakouts, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads.

5 Reasons You Need a Night Guard | Everything You Need to Know

Sleeping with a mouth guard or splint is usually recommended if you’re someone who clenches and grinds your teeth (we call this condition “bruxism.”)