Let me start by saying, we have the best profession in the world. Dental hygiene has given me wings to do whatever my mind can dream up—and am I a dreamer! I graduated from The Ohio State University as a “guygienist” with a desire to make…
United States Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, MBA, has issued a brief citing health misinformation as a serious threat to public welfare, with inaccurate or false news resulting in individuals declining COVID-19 vaccinations. Exposure…
The University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry recently received a $975,000 grant to help the school retain dental hygiene and dental faculty. Awarded by the United States Health Resources and Services…
If you want to generate lively discussion these days, mention vaccines. COVID-19 has brought the topic of immunization against disease to the forefront. Like many of you, I have friends who are on both sides of the debate. I’ve heard…
I have been working in clinical practice for almost 5 years. I am starting to experience pain in my hands, arms, and shoulders. I use loupes and a headlamp. My dentist wants to improve the ergonomics of my operatory. What should I…