The Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact is designed to provide the 
greatest level of professional mobility for oral health professionals.

A variety of options are available to manage dentinal hypersensitivity and restore patient comfort.

While it offers detailed imaging, CBCT’s routine use remains controversial due to increased radiation exposure.

To best protect myself and my patients, what is the most appropriate protocol for choosing the best mask to wear during different clinical appointments?

I have had patients with a lot of stain and recession recently. What do you think are the best prophy angles to remove stain?

Optimizing ultrasonic instrumentation requires understanding periodontitis staging, selecting the right inserts/tips, and applying proper techniques.

With training, documentation, and compliance, dental practices can smoothly adapt to the new requirements while remaining focused on the health and safety of both patients and clinicians.

Recent research raises questions about the effectiveness and potential risks of community water fluoridation, prompting renewed discussion on its role in public health.

As workforce shortages continue to hinder access to care, the dental hygiene 
profession must choose between two distinct interstate compacts — 
each with far-reaching implications for mobility, safety, and standards.

From enhancing remineralization to inhibiting bacterial metabolism, fluoride remains an essential tool for clinicians tackling dental caries across all risk levels.

Elevate your practice with the right loupes and lights to protect your health, enhance patient care, and ensure career longevity.

Do I need to take a full-mouth X-ray (FMX) within the same date allowance as the bitewings? If I take bitewings in April, can I take the FMX in December?

Dimensions’ first editor in chief, 
Anna M. Pattison, RDH, MS, received this prestigious award named after her longtime colleague and friend at the journal’s inaugural live event Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO.

School-based supervised toothbrushing programs may be key to addressing oral health disparities among children worldwide.

Clinicians must carefully select the right techniques to effectively manage periodontal diseases and enhance patient outcomes.