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Anna Matthews, RDH, MS

Anna Matthews, RDH, MS, is an associate professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene at the New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York. She teaches oral anatomy, pharmacology, and clinical dental hygiene. Matthews’ research interests include emerging issues in dentistry/dental hygiene and educational innovations/technology in the classroom. She is active in the New York Dental Hygienists’ Association and has served as vice president for professional development since 2017.

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Therapeutic Use of Botulinum Neurotoxin Injections

Jan 21, 2019

As the popularity of these therapeutic injections increases, oral health professionals should be familiar with their mechanism of action, indications, adverse effects, and evidence for safe and effective use.

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What Oral Health Professionals Need to Know About Syphilis

Sep 7, 2018

Detecting syphilis early is integral to its successful treatment.

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Extreme Body Modifications

Mar 1, 2018

Providing effective care and recommendations to this patient population is key to supporting oral health.

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Managing Patients With Critical Cardiac Conditions

Oct 13, 2017

As this effective preventive tool is widely used, oral health professionals need to remain up-to-date regarding product innovations and the most current evidence-based approaches.

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The Therapeutic Potential of Medical Marijuana

May 8, 2017

Providing patients with scientific information and clarifying misinformation about cannabis are essential to the provision of safe, ethical, and compassionate care.

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Treating Patients on Antiplatelet Therapy

Jan 19, 2017

In order to safely and effectively manage this patient population, oral health professionals should be able to recognize the medical indications for which antiplatelets are prescribed and understand their adverse effects.

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The New Generation of Blood Thinners

Oct 10, 2016

Special considerations are needed when providing dental care to patients taking novel oral anticoagulants. By Sandra Stramoski, RDH, MSDH, and Anna Matthews, RDH, MS

Infection Control

Reporting Notifiable Infectious Diseases

Sep 14, 2016

Oral health professionals need to understand the process for reporting such conditions at the local, state, and national levels.

Miscellaneous

Preparing for the Zika Virus

Jun 13, 2016

Oral health professionals need to remain up to date on this viral epidemic so they can best protect themselves and their patients.