Perspectives Reaching the Underserved As dental hygienists, we understand the importance of oral health as a component of overall health, and the…
Perspectives Progress Continues on the Legislative Front The past year has seen the expansion of the midlevel practitioner and scope of practice for dental hygienists.
Perspectives Cutting the Red Tape School-based sealant programs are effective in the fight against tooth decay, but state regulations and policies…
Perspectives Caring for Communities Tribal Washington State dental therapists go the extra mile to help underserved populations.
Perspectives Dental Therapy Success in Michigan Michigan takes a step forward to increasing access to oral health care with the passage of dental therapist…
Perspectives A Medical-Dental Integration Model Arizona is making a difference in the oral health of its most vulnerable children through an innovative program.
Perspectives Promoting Oral Health Access for Pregnant Women Michigan is improving the oral health of pregnant women and their children through Public Dental Prevention…
Perspectives Improving Access to Care for Older Adults As the number of older adults living in long-term care facilities continues to grow, dental hygienists are well…
Latest Features An Addition to the Ergonomic Toolbox Chair yoga can help oral health professionals reduce their risk of musculoskeletal disorders and pain, as well as…
Ask the Expert Is Laser Therapy Considered Standard of Care in Perio Treatment? Is the use of soft tissue diode lasers by dental hygienists considered the standard of care in the treatment of…