A new study reveals that pregnant women experience nearly twice the rate of dental caries compared to nonpregnant women, with hormonal fluctuations playing a key role. Researchers found increased levels of certain oral bacteria and fungi…

A controversial new Arizona law allows dental assistants to perform prophylaxes, a role traditionally reserved for licensed dental hygienists. While supporters claim it increases patient access to care, critics warn it could compromise…

After an extraordinary 44-year career in academia, Rebecca Wilder, RDH, MS, has retired from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. A trailblazer in dental hygiene education and faculty development, Wilder leaves behind a lasting…

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to its Editorial Advisory Board: Amy Coplen, RDH, DT, MS. She is the director of Dental Hygiene Studies at Pacific University in Hillsboro, Oregon, and has…

In a shocking move, Utah has become the first state to ban community water fluoridation.

We’re giving 10% off and a 30 oz Stanley Tumbler to dental hygienists who register for the 2025 Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO with the early-bird discount before March 31. * Simply visit DimensionsDiscoveryEXPO.com, select a 2-day general…

The University of Georgia’s new Manual Dexterity Through Art certificate program helps pre-dental students refine their hand skills through ceramics, jewelry making, and printmaking. This unique collaboration between the Pre-Professional…

Legislators across the country are embracing dental therapy as a practical way to expand access to care, especially in underserved communities. With bipartisan support growing, multiple states are advancing legislation to authorize dental…

Ensuring access to dental care for vulnerable populations is a mission that Jennifer Hasch Harrison, MPH, RDH, has embraced throughout her career.

Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: personalized dental-themed tote bag, cute dental hygiene sweatshirt, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite…