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Amber W. Hunt, BSDH, MS, RDH

Amber W. Hunt, BSDH, MS, RDH, is a clinical associate professor at the Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, where she teaches didactic and clinical courses to dental hygiene students. Her research interests include clinical dental hygiene education and mental health. Hunt can be reached at anwalter@odu.edu.

Clinical Insights

A New Take on Fluoride Varnish

Sep 25, 2026

Kettenbach Dental’s Profisil® Fluoride Varnish Plus combines fluoride with calcium, phosphate, and hydroxyapatite in a colorless, rosin- and alcohol-free formula designed for patient comfort and streamlined application.

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Managing Dental Anxiety

Nov 24, 2025

A variety of nonpharmacological management options are available to help patients quell anxiety and ensure successful dental treatment.

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An In-Depth Look at Cleidocranial Dysplasia

Feb 9, 2024

In order to provide the best possible patient care, oral health professionals need to be aware of the characteristics, pathophysiology, treatment, and oral considerations of this genetic condition.

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The Keys to Caries Management

Feb 10, 2023

Plans to prevent and/or manage this common oral disease may include a variety of professionally applied or at-home products.

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Support the Health of Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Dec 2, 2022

Oral health professionals should be knowledgeable about this metabolic disorder’s pathophysiology, characteristics, systemic and oral health manifestations, and oral care considerations.

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Promote Ergonomic Health

Nov 18, 2021

A wide array of interventions and therapies is available to help dental hygienists stay healthy and reduce pain.

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Oral Health Consequences of Khat Use

Oct 27, 2021

Cultural competency training will help oral health professionals provide appropriate care and referrals when treating patients who use khat.

Caries

Strategies for Treating Seniors

Aug 13, 2018

Identifying common oral health problems, chronic conditions, and physical/ motor disorders is key to ensuring successful dental appointments for mature patients.

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Treating Patients With Fibromyalgia

Aug 10, 2016

Implementing patient management strategies and oral self-care modifications will help this population maintain their oral health.

Miscellaneous

Treatment Considerations For Heart Patients

May 8, 2015

Remaining up-to-date on the root causes and characteristics of cardiac arrhythmia and infective endocarditis helps to ensure the safe provision of dental care.