Due to their superior accessibility and adaptability, mini-bladed Gracey curets have opened a new chapter in the history of root debridement.

Edward J. Swift, Jr, DMD, MS, delves into the causes of dentinal hypersensitivity and how to treat it.

Howard Pollick, BDS, MPH, discusses the benefits, risks, and alternatives of community-based fluoridation.

The proper application and use of pit and fissure sealants can bridge the oral health gap for the underserved at high risk for caries.

The rate of salivary flow is crucial to the diagnosis and treatment of xerostomia.

Following a proper hand hygiene protocol is critical in the prevention of disease transmission.

The alarming rise of obesity, its relationship to dental health, and how hygienists can help.

In an era of immense change and advancement in the life sciences, dental hygiene can lead the risk assessment movement or get stuck by the wayside.

From administrative applications to intraoral cameras, technological advances can improve detection, documentation, and compliance in the dental arena.

Keeping up to date on the various ultrasonic units and tips available will help you make the most efficacious choice when using ultrasonic instrumentation with your patients.