Latest Features Research Demonstrates the Safety of Local Anesthesia Administration by Dental Hygienists Jun 16, 2023 Dental hygienists are regularly providing local anesthesia safely and effectively across the United States.
Guest Editorial Expanding the Tip Jar to Clinicians Jun 16, 2023 While tipping has become common across many types of services, this practice is not acceptable within dental hygiene.
Guest Editorial Bridging the Gap May 16, 2023 A federally funded associateship program at the New York University College of Dentistry is helping young patients with special needs receive the dental care they need.
Latest Features Anatomy of Instrument Design and Selection May 15, 2023 Choosing the best instrument for the task at hand requires knowledge of the available armamentarium.
Latest Features An In-Depth Look at the Role of Dental Hygienists in Administering Local Anesthesia May 15, 2023 Most states allow dental hygienists to perform this important clinical function but controversy remains.
Latest Features Tips to Boost Remineralization Apr 18, 2023 Evidence-based approaches are key to supporting tooth remineralization.
Latest Features Menopause-Related Changes to the Oral Cavity Apr 11, 2023 Oral health professionals need to educate their patients about the effects of menopause on oral health.
Guest Editorial The Root of the Problem Apr 11, 2023 Oregon is funding education to ease the shortage of oral health professionals, but is it the most prudent approach?
Latest Features A Q&A With Tracy Kiaski, RDH Mar 21, 2023 She shares her experience about working as a dental hygienist in a medical setting.
Guest Editorial Expanding the Oral Healthcare Workforce Mar 21, 2023 Advanced dental therapists play a key role in improving access to care for vulnerable populations.