Meghan A. McGuinness, RDH, MA, EdD, is a professor and third-semester clinical coordinator in the Department of Dental Hygiene at State University of New York Broome Community College in Binghamton, where she teaches courses on medical emergencies. With more than 20 years of clinical dental hygiene experience, McGuinness has practiced in general dental offices and specialty settings, such as public health, pediatric, and periodontal practices.
With effective preparation, practice, and review of patients’ medical histories and vital signs, oral health professionals will be able to appropriately respond to medical emergencies.
Oral health professionals are well-positioned to make individualized clinical recommendations regarding diet, oral self-care, and product selection in order to encourage remineralization.