A well-versed infection control coordinator is integral to making sure a site-specific infection control program is both compliant and effective.

Understanding the anatomy, topography, and calculus type is essential to effective power instrumentation of deep pockets.

Many floss alternatives are available that may help improve compliance and outcomes.

Gloves provide the most important barrier to disease transmission.

In the 11th edition of this annual feature, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene recognizes the best and the brightest in academia, clinical practice, industry, “mover and shaker,” public health, and research.

The addition of a mouthrinse as an adjunct tool can provide myriad benefits.

Managing teething pain, preventing caries, and educating parents/caregivers are key facets of oral health care when treating young patients.

Material choice, tooth preparation, and technique are all important components of successful sealant placement.

Oral health professionals need to be aware of the risks posed by dental aerosols in order to reduce the risk of disease transmission before, during, and after patient care.

Successful instrumentation of first molar teeth is integral toachieving and maintaining periodontal health.