A high number of low-income students ages 6 to 11 (6.5 million) are lacking dental sealants due in part to state-based regulations and policies that limit or prohibit dental hygienists from sealing children’s teeth at schools, a recent Pew…

Product Spotlight

August 2018 Product Spotlights

Aug 15, 2018

Ansell MICRO-TOUCH DENTA-GLOVE is developed specifically for the unique needs of dental professionals. With features like ERGOFORM™ design technology, improved flexibility and grip, superior strength and inner coatings that promote skin…

Xerostomia

Risks to Oral Health Posed by Swimming

Aug 13, 2018

Teeth stain, dental pain, calculus buildup, and dental erosion can be side effects of exposure to pool chlorine.

Caries

Strategies for Treating Seniors

Aug 13, 2018

Identifying common oral health problems, chronic conditions, and physical/ motor disorders is key to ensuring successful dental appointments for mature patients.

Latest CE Courses

Oral Health Effects of Antiresorptive Medications

Aug 13, 2018

Oral health professionals need to be familiar with bisphosphonates and other antiresorptive medications due to their impact on dental health.

Infection Control

Technology-Related Infection Control Challenges

Aug 13, 2018

Understanding how to manage technology in the dental setting requires knowledge and application of infection control guidelines.

Periodontics

Periodontal Disease Management

Jul 19, 2018

Understanding the biology behind periodontal disease phenotypes will help oral health professionals create individualized periodontal treatment plans.

Fluoride

A Guide to Water Fluoridation

Jul 19, 2018

Examining fluoride intake at an individual patient level is necessary to develop effective caries management plans.

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