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
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Arizona State University
University of Illinois Chicago

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

-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
5 Bad Habits That Are Ruining Your Teeth!

5 Bad Habits That Are Ruining Your Teeth!

Many factors contribute to poor dental health, including undesirable behaviors like nail-biting, smoking, and opening bottles with your teeth.
How To Clean Your Retainer | 4 Easy Tips & Tricks

How To Clean Your Retainer | 4 Easy Tips & Tricks

If retainers are kept unclean for a long period of time, more and more plaque keeps on forming on the retainer.
How to Use a Water Flosser (without making a mess)

How to Use a Water Flosser (without making a mess)

Yes, they can be messy. But using a water flosser is a great alternative for conventional string flossing.
How To Get Rid Of A Cold Sore

How To Get Rid Of A Cold Sore

Cold sores are both painful and unsightly. They’re almost always somewhere on your lips or the corner of your mouth.