Samuel L. Low, DDS, MS, MEd, discusses the future of ultrasonic instrumentation and what it means for the practice of dental hygiene.

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, about the differences between general and local anesthesia.

Dental hygienists are crucial in the education and prevention of early childhood caries.

Salivary diagnostic testing is poised to revolutionize the delivery of health and dental care by providing chairside, noninvasive, and portable disease diagnosis and health monitoring.

Joan Otomo-Corgel, DDS, MPH, FACD, shares her expertise on the oral implications of this prescription medication.

From etiology to assessment to treatment, understanding tooth sensitivity is key to easing your patients’ pain.

Sol Silverman, Jr, MA, DDS, discusses the importance of early detection in the fight against oral cancer.

The role of the dental professional in managing patients with HIV/AIDS.

The current global status of the A(H5N1) influenza virus, clinical manifestations, and comparisons to previous pandemics.

Over-the-counter and prescription treatment options are both helpful in addressing salivary gland hypofunction.