<description>&lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;In this episode, we sit down with Christine Jeffs, co-founder of Acuti Sharpening, to talk about why sharpening isn't optional—it's essential.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;Christine shares how she got started in the sharpening business and how Acuti Sharpening came to life alongside co-founder Melia Lewis, RDH. We unpack the often-overlooked role instrument sharpness plays in ergonomics, efficiency, patient comfort, and long-term career longevity.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;This conversation goes beyond the what and into the why. Christine explains how sharpening directly impacts clinical outcomes and why making it a consistent habit—not an afterthought—can change the way hygienists practice. Whether you're new to sharpening or know you should be doing it more regularly, this episode offers clarity, motivation, and practical insight.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;What You'll Hear in This Episode&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;How Christine got into the sharpening space&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;The origin of Acuti Sharpening&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;Why sharp instruments matter for clinicians, patients, and careers&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;How to build sharpening into a regular clinical routine&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Resources:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;Acutisharpening@gmail.com&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Andrew Johnston, RDH - One of the Two Dental Hygienists

524 Why Sharpening Matters: Instrument Care with Christine Jeffs

FEB 4, 202628 MIN
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

524 Why Sharpening Matters: Instrument Care with Christine Jeffs

FEB 4, 202628 MIN

Description

In this episode, we sit down with Christine Jeffs, co-founder of Acuti Sharpening, to talk about why sharpening isn't optional—it's essential. Christine shares how she got started in the sharpening business and how Acuti Sharpening came to life alongside co-founder Melia Lewis, RDH. We unpack the often-overlooked role instrument sharpness plays in ergonomics, efficiency, patient comfort, and long-term career longevity. This conversation goes beyond the what and into the why. Christine explains how sharpening directly impacts clinical outcomes and why making it a consistent habit—not an afterthought—can change the way hygienists practice. Whether you're new to sharpening or know you should be doing it more regularly, this episode offers clarity, motivation, and practical insight. What You'll Hear in This Episode How Christine got into the sharpening space The origin of Acuti Sharpening Why sharp instruments matter for clinicians, patients, and careers How to build sharpening into a regular clinical routine Resources: [email protected]