What the Future Holds
While advancements in science and technology are transforming the face of dental hygiene practice, the patient populations seeking oral care services are also undergoing significant change.
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Risk Assessment for Autoimmune Diseases
Dental hygienists can serve as advocates for their patients with autoimmune diseases—from detecting immune system dysfunction to providing safe and effective treatment.
Xerostomia and Oral Disease
Xerostomia or perceived dry mouth has been described as "the symptom that acts like a disease."
Understanding Aspirin
With many patients on a low-dose aspirin regimen, dental hygienists need to know how and why aspirin is used.
The Relationship Between Obesity and Periodontitis
Addressing this possible link in the treatment of overweight and obese patients.
The Obesity-Inflammation Cycle
With obesity linked to the inflammatory process and the significant growth of obesity and overweight across the globe, dental hygienists need to understand the implications.
The Regenerative Process
Understanding stem cell research and its implications for the dental professional.
The Cell Revolution
How stem cells—particularly dental stem cells—may be used in tissue regeneration and repair.
Fungal Infection, HIV and Ultrasonics
This month's questions as featured in Dimensions of Dental Hygiene.
Adverse Drug Reactions and Oral Health
Dental hygienists need to understand the possible negative effects on the oral cavity caused by medication use in order to provide the best care to patients.
