A talk with Andreina Sucre about squamous cell carcinomas and more
We know how much dental hygienists love pathology, and today’s topic falls into that area.
Andreina Sucre discusses her RDH magazine article, Beyond squamous cell carcinoma: A spectrum of oral cavity malignancies, which is full of information for chairside dental hygienists. She said it was time to write this article because cancers may show only through subtle signs, but of course they can cause patients major trouble. And there is such a variety that some are easy to confuse.
Andreina goes through the many different types of cancers that dental hygienists should be aware of and watch for, the signs and symptoms, and next steps if cancer is suspected or confirmed in one of your patients.
Dive into this informative pathology podcast with us here. You'll be glad you did.
About the Author
Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH
Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH, is an international dentist, oral pathology, and oral surgery specialist practicing dental hygiene in Miami, Florida. A passionate advocate for early pathological diagnosis, she empowers colleagues through lectures focused on oral pathologies. Andreina is the founder of The Patho RDH, a published author for RDH magazine, and a selected speaker at RDH Under One Roof 2026. Committed to community outreach, she educates non-native English-speaking children on oral health and actively volunteers in dental initiatives.
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH
Chief Editor, RDH magazine
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, is a respected dental industry leader with more than 40 years of experience in dental hygiene, marketing, and professional relations. As chief editor of RDH, she is dedicated to advancing the dental profession through education, innovation, and collaboration. Prior to this role, she served as manager of professional relations and communications for Sunstar/GUM, building strong connections with industry associations, educational institutions, and dental professionals nationwide. Jackie has also contributed her expertise through committee service with organizations including the American Dental Education Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.