On October 8, Dr. Esther Wilkins sent me an email announcing great news— the governor of Massachusetts signed a bill into law adding local anesthesia administration to the dental hygienist's scope of practice.

Marketplace for September 2004

Mother of Dental Hygiene Awarded Honorary Degree, Winner of Distinguished Service Award Announced, and more.

The latest news for September 2004

This month marks the third anniversary of the terrible fall day that each of us remembers so vividly. Like other shattering events, we can recall exactly what we were doing, who we were with, and how we felt on September 11.

People Watching for July 2004

News for July 2004

Growth is an important concept in dentistry and dental hygiene. It creates new treatments, better trained clinicians, and furthers the oral health of this country.

People Watching for June 2004

Marketplace for June 2004