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,…
Ultrasonics A Closer Look At Ultrasonic Scalers Keeping up to date on the various ultrasonic units and tips available will help you make the most efficacious…
Miscellaneous Floss Alternatives As an adjunct to floss, interdental cleaning devices can help patients begin a regimen of interproximal biofilm…
Caries The Wonder of Xylitol Marilynn Rothen, RDH, BS, shares her expertise on the value of the natural sweetener, Xylitol, in the prevention of…
Miscellaneous Determining Identity Through Dental Forensics Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with renowned dental forensic scientist, Gerald L. Vale, DDS, MDS, MPH, JD,…