Advancements in technology have greatly impacted the provision of dental hygiene services for both patients and clinicians.

The profession has a rich and inspiring history, as well as unlimited potential for growth.

How the digital armamentarium is helping dental professionals inform and motivate their patients.

To effectively manage dentinal hypersensitivity, the causative factors must first be identified.

A variety of interventions is available to help clinicians reduce the risk of injury and practice more efficiently.

Correct stroke activation is key to successful ultrasonic instrumentation.

While the incidence of hepatitis B infection is declining, the health risks associated with this “silent killer” remain significant.

As the number of older adults in the United States continues to grow, dental hygienists should be prepared to manage the risk of tooth decay with this population.

Patients at risk of tooth decay can sway the caries balance toward remineralization with these simple strategies.

While the research on tooth polishing is not robust, available evidence suggests that a conservative approach is most effective.