Biography of Dr. Esther M. Wilkins to be Released in July
The new biography of dental hygiene’s beloved matriarch, Esther M. Wilkins, RDH, BS, DMD, will be released in July.
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Winner of The Alla J. Wheeler Award is Revealed
Rachael Devorah Straus, BS, a May graduate of New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry’s Associate in Applied Science Degree Program in Dental Hygiene, is the recipient of the seventh annual Alla J. Wheeler Ethics and Professionalism…
Recipient of Prestigious Award is Announced
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, with premier sponsor Colgate and supporting sponsors Patterson Dental and PDT Inc, is pleased to announce that Deborah Bailey Astroth, RDH, BSDH, is the 2018 recipient of The Esther Wilkins Lifetime Achievement…
Smiles All Around at Dental Home Day
In concert with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Annual Session, the fourth annual Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children Dental Home Day was held in May to help underserved children in San Antonio.
September is Dental Infection Control Awareness Month
September has been declared Dental Infection Control Awareness Month by the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention
ECC Names New Department Head
The State University of New York’s Erie Community College in Williamsville has named Nicole Greco, BSDH, MA, head of the Department of Dental Hygiene.
Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children Hosts Dental Home Day
More than 100 children from Waianae Coast communities received free dental care along with a big dose of fun at Dental Home Day held at Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC) on May 23.
Dave Misiak Joins Young Innovations as Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Young Innovations, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of dental supplies and equipment, has announced that Dave Misiak has joined Young Innovations as vice president of Sales and Marketing for Young’s consolidated dealer…
Patients With Diabetes May Visit The Dentist Less Frequently
Growing evidence suggests that when compared with the general population, patients with diabetes face increased risk for periodontal diseases—which, in turn, is believed to adversely affect blood glucose levels.
Middle-Aged Tooth Loss Associated With Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Tulane University School of Public Health in New Orleans and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston suggest a link between losing two or more teeth in middle age and increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
