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Podcast: A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Episode: 531 When Advocacy Doesn't Win: How to Respond When Legislation Goes the Other Way
Description: In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, co-hosts David Torres and Jessica Atkinson sit down with Joffree Bunleang to unpack one of the most challenging realities in professional advocacy—what happens when legislation doesn't go the way you hoped?  The conversation centers around Oral Preventive Assistants (OPAs) and the evolving landscape of dental practice. Joffree brings clarity to what OPAs are, why they're being introduced in various regions, and how their presence impacts dental hygienists and the broader dental team.  Key topics discussed include:  Understanding OPAs...