Infection Control Avian Flu Understanding the differences between bird and seasonal human flu and the modes of viral transmission can help…
Instrumentation Technique Focus Due to their superior accessibility and adaptability, mini-bladed Gracey curets have opened a new chapter in the…
Latest Features Treating the Twinge Edward J. Swift, Jr, DMD, MS, delves into the causes of dentinal hypersensitivity and how to treat it.
Latest Features Fighting Tooth Decay Howard Pollick, BDS, MPH, discusses the benefits, risks, and alternatives of community-based fluoridation.
Latest Features The Sealant Solution The proper application and use of pit and fissure sealants can bridge the oral health gap for the underserved at…
Xerostomia The Importance of Saliva The rate of salivary flow is crucial to the diagnosis and treatment of xerostomia.
Anesthesia The Chronicles of Anesthesia Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, provides an inside look at the evolution of anesthesia in dentistry and dental hygiene.
Infection Control The Foundation of Infection Control Following a proper hand hygiene protocol is critical in the prevention of disease transmission.
Miscellaneous The Fattening of America and Its Effect on Oral Health The alarming rise of obesity, its relationship to dental health, and how hygienists can help.
Miscellaneous The Digital Dental Office From administrative applications to intraoral cameras, technological advances can improve detection, documentation,…