Guest Editorial

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry is emphasizing the importance of the dental home, the age 1 dental visit, and utilization of pediatric dental care services in the united states and abroad

Oral health professionals can use texting to encourage healthy behaviors among their patients.

The code maintenance committee of the american dental association is considering the addition of three new codes related to scaling and root planing.

As the legality of nondental providers offering tooth whitening treatment varies by state, dental hygienists are charged with educating patients so they can make informed decisions when considering this common esthetic treatment.

New legislation in Tennessee helps dental hygienists provide preventive care to disadvantaged children.

Dental professionals are charged with informing parents about how they can safeguard their children's oral health.

Dental hygienists have much to be thankful for as the profession moves toward an integrated future.

A recent change in eligibility requirements enables dental hygienists to become certified diabetes educators.

Advocacy is key to improving the oral health of all Americans and ensuring the vitality of the dental hygiene profession.