This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc, AADH to discuss the importance of incorporating a variety of ultrasonic tips into your armamentarium. Dr. Joy is the founder of Dr. Joy, RDH and the creator of the Dental Hygiene Student Planner. Episode Highlights Let’s talk tips Types of tips Anatomy of a tip Choosing the right tip  Quotes “You should start with the tips that will remove the most tenacious deposit down to light deposit.” “Angulation and adaptation are critical to maintain tooth structure.”   “Thin tips are not to be confused with slim tips.”  “With these tips and these patients is it necessary to pick up a hand instrument?”  “Be sure to use short 1-2 mm strokes.”  “As a tip wears over time the loss of tip length equates to loss of efficiency.”  “Be sure your ultrasonic armamentarium is just as diverse as your hand instrument armamentarium.”  Links  Follow Dr. Joy on Instagram  Follow Dr. Joy on Facebook Visit Dr. Joy’s website More TIPisodes