Hypersensitivity Strategies for Addressing Bruxism Jul 18, 2012 Dentinal hypersensitivity often accompanies bruxism. Here’s how to help patients manage this condition.
Anesthesia Mind Over Matter Jul 18, 2012 Effective psychological pain and anxiety management techniques can help patients who are averse to needles and injections receive the dental treatment they need.
Orthodontics Reduce White Spot Lesions Jul 18, 2012 Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment are predisposed to early caries development. Here’s how to help your patients prevent incipient tooth decay.
Ultrasonics The Keys to Successful Power Instrumentation Jul 18, 2012 The dental endoscope sheds important light on the tenets of safe and effective ultrasonic instrumentation technique.
Infection Control How to Prevent Breaches in Instrument Reprocessing Protocol Jun 14, 2012 Follow these strategies to ensure proper instrument packaging and chemical monitoring during the sterilization process.
Caries Reduce Caries Risk Jun 14, 2012 Effective sealant placement is key to preventing decay in pits and fissures.
Antimicrobials Reduce the Bacterial Load Jun 14, 2012 What the research says about the role of antimicrobial toothpastes in the quest for oral health.
Miscellaneous Technology Evolution Jun 14, 2012 Intraoral imaging and tablet technology are moving the dental operatory further into the digital age.
Instrumentation Innovation in Hand Instruments May 21, 2012 Incorporating innovative instruments into your armamentarium provides benefits for patient care, as well as body mechanics.
Infection Control The Silent Epidemic May 21, 2012 Dental hygienists can make a difference by educating patients about viral hepatitis.