Whitney DiFoggio is a dedicated dental health communicator known for her influential presence as “Teeth Talk Girl” on social media. As a registered dental hygienist, she holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Illinois Chicago and a master’s degree in communication from Arizona State University.
Currently, she is pursuing her doctorate in health science at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Whitney combines her clinical expertise with her passion for effective communication to address dental health misinformation online.
Her educational initiatives span across multiple platforms, reaching both the general public and dental professionals through her engaging content on YouTube (YouTube.com/TeethTalk) and her comprehensive online database (teethtalk.com).
In today's digital age, dental professionals face the growing challenge of misinformation on social media, leading to confusion and mistrust among patients regarding evidence-based dental practices. This course is designed to equip dental professionals with the essential communication skills needed to effectively combat dental health misinformation.
Attendees will examine common types of misinformation circulating on social media and understand the significant impact these falsehoods can have on patient behavior and trust in dental professionals. The course will focus on the importance of strategic messaging, proactive engagement, and collaboration in addressing these challenges.
Through this course, dental professionals will learn effective one-on-one communication techniques for engaging with patients in the operatory when discussing misinformation, as well as strategies for improving public communication on social media. Attendees will gain insights into creating interactive and informative content that builds trust and credibility. Additionally, the course will cover techniques for tailoring communication strategies to counter misinformation while keeping the audience engaged and fostering collective advocacy for evidence-based practices.
By the end of this course, attendees will be equipped to proactively address misinformation, enhance public trust, and promote accurate dental health information on social media platforms, ultimately contributing to improved public dental health.
At the end of the course, attendees should be able to:
This high-energy, story-driven presentation is designed to inspire dental professionals to embrace their individuality and rethink what’s possible within their careers. Through Whitney’s personal journey—from clinical hygiene to content creation, philanthropy, and public health advocacy—attendees will gain insight into how passion and purpose can drive real impact in the dental field and beyond. With humor, authenticity, and a touch of behind-the-scenes storytelling, Whitney will share how she built a nontraditional career rooted in service, creativity, and community. This session goes beyond the typical CE course—it’s a motivational experience that encourages attendees to reconnect with their “why,” recognize the signs of burnout, and explore the endless directions a dental hygiene career can take.
After attending this upbeat storytelling session, participants will be empowered to:
In this engaging guest lecture, Whitney DiFoggio—registered dental hygienist, content creator, and health science doctoral student—shares her inspiring journey from clinical practice to becoming a nationally recognized voice in dental health communication. This storytelling-based presentation encourages students to embrace their individuality, find purpose in their work, and explore nontraditional career paths within dental hygiene.
Whitney also equips students with practical, evidence-based strategies to recognize and effectively address dental health misinformation—an increasingly vital skill as future patient educators. The session closes with a Q&A and a special bonus: each student receives free dental product!
By the end of the session, students should be able to:
This is an upbeat, storytelling-style leadership session that follows Whitney DiFoggio’s journey to becoming a nationally recognized dental health educator, content creator, entrepreneur, and advocate. Through humorous moments, personal challenges, and surprising career twists, Whitney shares how embracing what made her “too much”—curiosity, creativity, and compassion—helped her carve out a path that didn’t exist yet. Students will leave inspired to lean into their strengths and passions, even if they don’t fit the mold, and use their voice to make a difference.
By the end of this storytelling session, participants will:
Looking to bring energy, insight, and inspiration to your upcoming dental event, annual session, or student summit?
Whitney offers a fresh, relatable perspective and is excited to connect with your audience—whether through a continuing education course, keynote presentation, panel, or student session.