Instrumentation Getting a Grasp May 19, 2008 Effectively using the modified pen grasp in hand instrumentation.
Remineralization Protecting Your Healthy Patients Apr 9, 2008 Even foods and lifestyle choices that are good for you can contribute to acid erosion.
Oral Pathology The Missing Profile Apr 9, 2008 Alice E. Curran, RDH, DMD, shares her expertise on why dental hygienists always need to be on the lookout for oral cancer, regardless of a patient’s risk factors.
Ergonomics Gearing Up for Ergonomic Practice Apr 9, 2008 Choosing the right equipment—from instruments to magnification—will help you reduce the risk of musculo skeletal disorders.
Ultrasonics Ultrasonics Uncovered Apr 9, 2008 Thomas F. Flemmig, Dr med dent habil, MBA, talks to Dimensions about the latest in ultrasonic instrumentation and the rebirth of air polishing.
Miscellaneous Small Incision = Big Benefits Apr 8, 2008 Patients, periodontists, and dental hygienists all gain the advantages of minimally invasive periodontal surgery.
Infection Control Your First Line of Defense Mar 13, 2008 Proper hand washing protects you and your patients.
Esthetic Dentistry A Whiter Smile Come True Mar 12, 2008 As the dental hygienist’s role has grown in esthetic dentistry, understanding vital tooth whitening is essential.
Caries Early Childhood Caries Mar 11, 2008 William H. Bowen, MSc, PhD, DSc, discusses the possibility of preventing dental caries before it even begins.
Miscellaneous Perio Medicine Mar 11, 2008 Robert J. Genco, DDS, PhD, talks to Dimensions about the oral/systemic link and what it means for the practice of dentistry and medicine.
