Treating Patients With Von Willebrand Disease
Maintaining oral health is paramount for individuals with this blood clotting disorder.
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Celebrate Dental Hygienists
The Sunstar Foundation’s World Dental Hygienist Awards honor the accomplishments of these key oral health professionals.
Reduce the Risk of Implant Failure
The use of locally delivered antimicrobials/antibiotics in conjunction with scaling and root planing may improve the viability of implants at risk of peri-implantitis.
Diabetes Care Strategies
Oral health professionals need to remain up-to-date on best practices for treating patients with diabetes.
Treating Patients with Cystic Fibrosis
As the number of adults living with this genetic disorder increases, dental hygienists should be prepared to provide individualized attention to this patient population.
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.
The Heart of the Matter
To better understand the association between cardiovascular disease and oral health and its effect on the provision of dental care, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene spoke to renowned heart surgeon and innovator in the field of endovascular…
Risk Assessment for General and Oral Conditions
New information suggests that systemic and oral health may be related. Studying current trends in risk assessment can enhance your patient treatment plans.
