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…

A new Kaiser Family Foundation analysis of Medicare will be helpful in informing policymakers as they develop a possible dental benefit for adult Medicare recipients. The report found that 47% of those covered by Medicare had not visited a…

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While treating periodontally involved furcations is fraught with challenges, several approaches are available to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.

Most of the patients I see either outright refuse to floss or lie about it. What are some good alternatives to recommend?

The implications of occlusal trauma should be part of a comprehensive periodontal examination.

Proper sterilization monitoring processes include a combination of mechanical, chemical, and biological indicators.

With most dental practices having already made the switch from film to digital, oral health professionals need to consistently evaluate their technique to ensure they are effectively capturing patient images.

Two dental hygienists expand their professional horizons through their work with the Hispanic Dental Association.

Naoko Fujimori, RDH, MA, a 2009 graduate of the Dental Hygiene Program at New York University, returned to her native Japan and started an international study club called Team Grin’n in 2015.