My office manager was inquiring about charging for oral hygiene instruction (OHI) at every recare appointment. We review and discuss OHI in great detail with every patient, but is this something that we can bill for?

Can you bill a prophy and localized scaling in the same mouth, or are you risking a claim denial?

When scaling and root planing is recommended to a patient with periodontal disease, do we need to give prophylaxis as an option? Presently we do not, but the dentist is concerned that patients may not return if we insist they receive…

When patients are prescribed fluoride dentifrice, should they floss first, then brush and don’t rinse? Or should they brush first then floss and don’t rinse?

How do I determine whether disability insurance is an appropriate option for my unique circumstances?

Are dental hygienists at increased risk for osteoarthritis? What’s the best way to treat it and keep practicing? Dental hygienists definitely experience work-related risk factors for developing musculoskeletal disorders.1,2 Osteoarthritis…

I work in a large office with eight other dental hygienists. I would like to take on more responsibility with the hopes of possibly making a change into dental service organization (DSO) management at some point. How can I show my employer…

Is it legal to expect your dental hygienist to clock out if his or her patient is a no show or if the last patient cancels?

To best protect myself and my patients, what is the most appropriate protocol for choosing the best mask to wear during different clinical appointments?

I have had patients with a lot of stain and recession recently. What do you think are the best prophy angles to remove stain?