Ergonomics Mastering Upper Body Mechanics Correct grasp, neutral positioning of the upper extremities, and hand, wrist, and forearm relationships are crucial…
Polishing Protocol for Polishing Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Caren M. Barnes, RDH, MS, about the fundamentals of polishing and…
Fluoride Furthering Fluoride Usage Off-label use of fluoride varnish as a caries prevention agent adds another valuable tool to the topical fluoride…
Infection Control The Fragile Immune System Infection control precautions and practices must be strictly adhered to in order to protect both the immune…
Esthetic Dentistry Beauty is Skin Deep Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Louis Costa, II, DMD, MD, about the growing popularity of facial esthetic…
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Anesthesia Maximizing Pain Control The AMSA injection can provide anesthesia with fewer injections and less pain.
Antimicrobials A New Option for Local Delivery Antimicrobials, such as minocycline microspheres, can enhance the effectiveness of mechanical therapy in treating…
Instrumentation Periodontal Instrumentation Transformed The dental endoscope provides an unobstructed view inside periodontal pockets, making thorough debridement more…
Instrumentation Perioscopy—The New Paradigm The dental endoscope creates the opportunity for successful periodontal therapy and offers the dental hygienist a…