Reconnecting Practicing Hygienists with the Nation's Leading Educators and Researchers.

Author

Shannon E. Mills, DDS

Shannon E. Mills, DDS, is assistant director of the Department of Dental Medicine at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Las Vegas. He is a member of the Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and the International College of Dentists.

Infection Control

Are Your Waterlines Safe?

Jun 14, 2007

Keeping dental waterlines free from colonizing biofilms.

Infection Control

Survey Recognize and Report

May 2, 2005

How to detect infectious outbreaks¯caused by terrorism or natural disease eruption and what to do if an outbreak occurs.

TikTok is one of the most popular social media pla

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 professionals. Link in bio.⁠
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With dental caries impacting up to 50% of 5-year-o

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, school-based programs, and family-oriented initiatives, they outline strategies for sustainable oral health improvement. Link in bio.⁠
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Adverse drug reactions pose a significant risk in

Adverse drug reactions pose a significant risk in dental care, especially for patients with complex medical conditions. A detailed medication review, interprofessional collaboration, and special considerations for older adults are key strategies to ameliorating these risks. Link in bio.⁠
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Endodontic-periodontal lesions can be complex to d

Endodontic-periodontal lesions can be complex to diagnose due to overlapping symptoms. Identifying the primary cause — whether endodontic, periodontal, or a combined origin — is essential for selecting the appropriate therapy and ensuring the best possible prognosis. Link in bio.⁠
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Oral conditions cost the world $710 billion in 201

Oral conditions cost the world $710 billion in 2019, with $387 billion in treatment costs and $323 billion in productivity losses. This study underscores the urgent need for equitable, cost-efficient oral health strategies to ease the financial strain on individuals and societies across the globe. Link in bio.⁠
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