A new study reveals that peri-implantitis involves distinct biological mechanisms compared to periodontitis. Researchers identified activated fibroblasts and three specific biomarker genes, paving the way for precise diagnostics and…

When Russell County in Kansas faced losing its only dental practice, a mix of innovation and teamwork kept local care alive. Discover how a dentist’s retirement sparked a county-wide effort to ensure smiles stay healthy.

SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 2024: Zyris, the creators of Isolite, and a pioneer of dental innovation, today announced the launch of its Operating Room Adapter (ORA), a device designed to improve sedation dentistry procedures by…

Dental hygienist and entrepreneur Melissa Alt, RDH, has been featured on CanvasRebel, a platform showcasing the stories of creatives, small business owners, and innovators. Beyond her dental career, Melissa designs and sells unique…

TikTok is one of the most popular social media platforms with 1.5 billion users. The short-form videos influence trends from everything from fashion to dentistry. However, these dental trends are not inspiring laughs among oral health…

Experience education like never before. Mark your calendar for August 22–23, 2025, and prepare for 2 action-packed days of learning, networking, and discovery. You’re going to love how much you learn!

Professor Nancy K. Mann, RDH, MSEd, a beloved dental hygiene educator and practitioner, passed away on November 19, 2024. Her 50-year career encompassed remarkable contributions as a clinical professor, global lecturer, contributor to …

All of us at Dimensions of Dental Hygiene wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving filled with joy, good food, and gratitude. Thank you for reading!

With dental caries impacting up to 50% of 5-year-olds in some parts of England, researchers from The University of Manchester propose evidence-based approaches to tackle this public health crisis. By focusing on co-designed interventions,…

Experience education like never before. Mark your calendar for August 22–23, 2025, and prepare for 2 action-packed days of learning, networking, and discovery. You’re going to love how much you learn!