Whitney DiFoggio, BS, RDH
Whitney DiFoggio, BS, RDH
Whitney DiFoggio, BS, 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

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) *expected graduation: May 2024 - 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, BS, 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, BS, RDH
Pregnancy Gingivitis: (Tumors, Prevention and Treatment)

Pregnancy Gingivitis: (Tumors, Prevention and Treatment)

About 4 out of 10 pregnant women develop some form of gingivitis sometime during their pregnancy.
How to Choose the Right Dental Hygiene Temp Agency

How to Choose the Right Dental Hygiene Temp Agency

Temping as a Dental Hygienist is changing. There are new dental staffing companies that are offer benefits like PTO and healthcare.
Dental Hygiene Schooling, Programs & Requirements

Dental Hygiene Schooling, Programs & Requirements

Getting into dental hygiene school is a competitive process. Good grades in your basic sciences will help your application stand out from other students.
What is Dental Temping?

What is Dental Temping?

Before you sign on with a dental hygienist temp agency, there are several things you need to know.