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
Can You Whiten A Dead Tooth or Dark Tooth?

Can You Whiten A Dead Tooth or Dark Tooth?

Most dying dental nerves cause the tooth to turn brown, blue, or grey. Can you whiten a dead tooth?
What Is Dental Plaque & How To Remove It 

What Is Dental Plaque & How To Remove It 

Dental plaque is a thin film of oral bacteria and acid byproducts (aka germ poop) that form on your teeth.
13 Reasons For Dreams About Teeth Falling Out

13 Reasons For Dreams About Teeth Falling Out

Having a dream about your teeth falling out can be a pretty strange and unsettling experience, but it's actually a very common dream for people to have.
3 Reasons Why Your Mouthwash Burns & How to Stop It

3 Reasons Why Your Mouthwash Burns & How to Stop It

There are a couple of reasons why mouthwash burns your mouth. It contains alcohol, menthol, or chlorhexidine.