These dental hygienists represent the best of the best within the areas of academia, clinical practice, industry, “mover and shaker,” public health, and research.

The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) recently released a white paper that underscores the ability of dental hygienists to perform dental hygiene diagnosis—or "the identification of an individual's health behaviors, attitudes,…

Pamela Zarkowski, BSDH, MPH, JD, is the recipient of the 2017 Gies Award for Achievement—Dental Educator.

Dental hygienists, especially those at the top of their skill set, use the blended approach—which combines the use of ultrasonic and hand instrumentation—in order to achieve the best patient outcomes.

The dental videoscope provides direct visualization of nearly undetectable subgingival calculus deposits.

The best patient outcomes are achieved through the tandem use of ultrasonic and hand instrumentation.

Current data suggest that occlusal discrepancies and certain types of occlusal contacts negatively impact periodontal health.

The nonmedical use of this drug significantly impacts oral health.

Mouthrinses may be helpful adjuncts to mechanical biofilm removal in efforts to maintain oral health.

Dental Hygienists can enhance both their psychological and physical health by participating in this ancient form of exercise.