This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Susan Wingrove, RDH to talk about Tri Plaque ID Gel from GC America!   Episode Highlights Biofilm  Hygienists Role Saliva Testing and Ph  Appointment Breakdown Tri Plaque Gel    Quotes   “Wow product to incorporate into your biofilm focused care practice”    “We need to look at biofilm differently, biofilm left on the tooth surface can initiate an inflammation cascade”    “Explain the oral systemic link to them”    “The light blue biofilm identification of the Tri Plaque Gel is the big wow part of this product”    “It shows us where the acid producing biofilm is located”    “Hygienists, record any teeth with a light blue identification area for the doctor to check at the time of the exam”    “This is our quick caries assessment tool”    “We have a roadmap to professionally make sure all the biofilm is removed at each maintenance appointment”    “This helps to patients understand the biofilm risk to their overall health”    Links   http://www.gcamerica.com/products/preventive/GC_Tri_Plaque_ID/ http://www.gcamerica.com/ce/alleducation.php http://www.gcamerica.com