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Rebecca S. Wilder, RDH, MS

Rebecca S. Wilder, RDH, MS, is a professor and director of the graduate dental hygiene program and director of faculty development at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. She is editor in chief of theæJournal of Dental Hygiene. Wilder is an internationally known speaker and author and has published more than 200 articles, abstracts, and book chapters.

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Antimicrobial Mouthrinses For Plaque and Gingivitis Control

Nov 9, 2016

Mouthrinses may be helpful adjuncts to mechanical biofilm removal in efforts to maintain oral health.

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Combating the Periodontitis Epidemic

Jun 9, 2014

Rebecca Wilder, RDH, MS, discusses the importance of antimicrobial toothpastes in the fight against plaque and gingivitis.

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The Battle Against Biofilms Continues

Jan 15, 2014

In this informative Q&A, Rebecca Wilder, RDH, MS, discusses the role of antimicrobials in the reduction of dental biofilms.

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Chemotherapeutics in the Treatment of Periodontal Diseases

Jun 17, 2010

Treatment strategies combining the use of mechanical therapies and adjunctive chemotherapeutics enable clinicians to better manage periodontal diseases.

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The Added Benefit of Antimicrobial Agents

Jun 8, 2009

Rebecca S. Wilder, RDH, MS, provides an update on the use of antimicrobials.

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Practice Solutions: Understanding Your Legal Liability

Jan 5, 2005

Dental hygienists do have an ethical and legal responsibility to their patients and should know how to best protect themselves in case of legal action.

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