Impact of Joint Hypermobility
Practitioners should self-identify the presence of joint hypermobility and recognize its potential effect on the musculoskeletal system and the effectiveness of periodontal instrumentation.
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In Memoriam: A Lasting Legacy
The matriarch of dental hygiene, Esther M. Wilkins, BS, RDH, DMD, lives on through her seminal textbook, her passion for the profession of dental hygiene, and her personal impact on friends and colleagues.
Post-Surgical Implant Care
Consistent maintenance that includes thorough removal of biofilm, cement, and calculus is critical to supporting long-term implant health.
The Right Stuff
Optimize your ultrasonic scaling technique to effectively remove subgingival calculus.
Ultrasonic Therapy in the 21st Century
Strategies for ensuring success during power scaling and root planing.
Activate Alternative Fulcrums
The use of alternative fulcrums enables dental hygienists to apply the multidirectional strokes necessary to remove deposits from deep periodontal pockets.
Master the Method
The use of overlapping, multidirectional strokes in the correct sequence is key to successful instrumentation of deep periodontal pockets.
Innovation in Hand Instruments
Incorporating innovative instruments into your armamentarium provides benefits for patient care, as well as body mechanics.
How Can I Generate Enough Strokes to Remove Tenacious Calculus?
I am having trouble generating strokes that are powerful enough to remove tenacious calculus. Do you have any suggestions?
Key to Effective Calculus Removal
Follow these strategies to remove tenacious deposits.
