Instrumentation Troubleshooting Technique—Sharpening Improving therapeutic outcomes with better sharpening skills.
Fluoride Going Off Label Although not approved by the FDA specifically for caries prevention, when used appropriately fluoride varnish is an…
Anesthesia Up Close In the first installment of a continuing series on anesthesia, Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, shares his expertise on…
Latest Features Importance of the Latest Classification System Dental hygienists may not be aware of the American Academy of Periodontology's 1999 classification system for…
Miscellaneous Complex Combination The link is clear but new research continues to uncover clues on how tobacco use affects periodontal disease.
Instrumentation The Power of the Probe Using the periodontal probe to detect periodontal destruction is essential to assessment.
Anesthesia Safely Easing the Pain John A. Yagiela, DDS, PhD, shares his expertise on the use of topical anesthetics.
Ergonomics Posture Perfect Noting harmful chair side postures through assessment and observation and making necessary adjustments can make the…