Treating pediatric patients involves unique challenges and complications. Because children are especially vulnerable during their formative years, the responsibility to maintain or restore health places an additional burden on clinicians.

The physical stress of clinical dental hygiene practice is an occupational risk factor for developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Coaxial illumination, combined with magnification, can improve visual acuity, ergonomics, and diagnostic…

Colgate-Palmolive Company has announced it has agreed to acquired Hello Products LLC, one of the fastest-growing premium oral care brands in the United States.

Dental practice acts vary among jurisdictions, as do the scopes of practice. While the dental hygienist may not be able to make a legal diagnosis regarding endodontic disease, he or she can perform endodontic diagnostic testing for review…

The Delta Dental Institute has published a white paper examining the state of health literacy in America and its impact on oral and overall health outcomes.

Crystal Adams, MA, CDA, RDH, helped North Carolina eliminate the prior exam law and sees a bright future for dental hygiene.

A new drug is showing promise in treating some of the most challenging types of cancers.

Additional funds have been greenlighted to support dental practice-based investigative partnerships in specialty fields.

The Dental Hygiene Program at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, University of Southern California in Los Angeles, recently underwent several changes to better serve a new generation of students. 

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then the "We Believe in Smiles™" campaign has just posted its one-millionth reminder of the magic of a healthy smile.