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Oral Systemic

Oral Health Complications of X-Linked Hypophosphatemia

May 21, 2021

While rare, this genetic disorder impacts multiple organs and systems, including oral health.

Periodontics

Gingival Crevicular Fluid and Periodontal Risk Assessment

May 21, 2021

Gingival crevicular fluid may be used as a biomarker for assessing the risk and stages of periodontal disease, as well as other oral and systemic conditions.

Oral Systemic

Detecting Trigeminal Neuralgia in the Dental Setting

May 21, 2021

Dental hygienists should be able to recognize the symptoms of this neuropathic pain condition and adapt the provision of care to avoid triggering pain in this patient population.

Product Spotlight

One For All Foaming Hand Sanitizer by Ho Dental Company

May 21, 2021

A New Kind of Hand Sanitizer Kills Germs Between Hand Washings.

Instrumentation

Efficacy of Hand Instrumentation vs Power Instrumentation

May 21, 2021

Research shows that both methods are equally effective in nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

Ethics

Dental Hygiene Vs Restorative Care

May 21, 2021

I need help starting a conversation with my dentist on why dental hygiene care needs to be completed before restorative work is begun.

Fluoride

The New Generation of Stannous Fluoride

May 21, 2021

Over-the-counter dentifrices containing stannous fluoride offer patients a variety of benefits.

Product Spotlight

Barco® Uniforms Announces Digital Transformation with Launch of New E-Commerce Site, BarcoMade.com

May 18, 2021

Direct-to-Consumer launch marks a milestone in Barco's 92-year legacy and its commitment to innovation and serving others as the company focuses on digital transformation to make premium quality scrubs more accessible for healthcare heroes.

Oral Systemic