Miscellaneous Recognize the Oral Signs of Eating Disorders May 17, 2012 Dental hygienists can serve as the first line of defense in acknowledging the symptoms of these serious health problems.
Miscellaneous Cultural Competency Apr 16, 2012 How to incorporate different cultural beliefs and practices into the dental hygiene process of care.
Miscellaneous Treating Children with Spina Bifida Apr 13, 2012 Follow these strategies to provide effective oral health care to pediatric patients with this complex birth defect.
Oral Pathology Detecting Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia Apr 11, 2012 Dental hygienists can improve health outcomes by recognizing the first symptoms of this genetic disorder.
Ultrasonics Biofilm Removal Is The Key Apr 10, 2012 Thomas F. Flemmig, Dr med dent, Dr med dent habil, MBA, shares his expertise on whether ultrasonic instrumentation offers additional benefits beyond biofilm removal.
Orthodontics The Orthodontia-Oral Health Connection Apr 10, 2012 The treatment of malocclusion may help reduce the risk of premature tooth wear and periodontal diseases.
Ergonomics Stretching for Musculoskeletal Health Apr 9, 2012 Dental hygienists can improve their occupational health by incorporating a stretching routine into their daily practice.
Hypersensitivity Sensitivity Assistance Apr 9, 2012 Help your patients find relief from dentinal hypersensitivity with these current treatment options.
Miscellaneous A Matter of Taste Mar 14, 2012 Medication use can cause significant taste disturbances. Here’s how to best advise your patients about this condition.
Miscellaneous The Alternative Approach Mar 14, 2012 What the evidence says about the efficacy of complementary and alternative medicine in dentistry.