Miscellaneous The Inflammation Connection May 16, 2004 Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Robert J. Genco, DDS, PhD, about the link between inflammation, C-reactive proteins, and periodontal disease.
Esthetic Dentistry A BRIGHTER SMILE Mar 15, 2004 Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Van B. Haywood, DMD, an expert on bleaching, about tooth whitening.
Caries TIPPING THE SCALES TOWARD CARIES CONTROL Mar 15, 2004 Dental hygienists play an important role in caries control, from assessment to treatment compliance.
Ergonomics PREVENTIVE POSITIONING Mar 15, 2004 Maintaining good posture while practicing will minimize neck, shoulder, and low back pain.
Radiography Practice Solutions: The Right of Refusal Feb 15, 2004 Dealing with patients who decline radiographs.
Caries Promoting Prevention Feb 15, 2004 Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Philip Weinstein, PhD, about strategies for preventing early childhood caries—from fluoride varnish application to motivational interviewing.
Pediatrics Craniofacial Birth Defects—Implications for the Dental Team Feb 15, 2004 Providing oral health care to patients with these disorders requires an understanding of their special needs.
Caries The Caries Balance Feb 15, 2004 With an in-depth understanding of the caries process, dental hygienists can lead the fight to reduce or eliminate caries.
Miscellaneous Your Health Jan 15, 2004 Good nutrition and fitness are the keys to good health for both you and your clients.
Miscellaneous Back to School Jan 15, 2004 Earning a bachelor’s degree can lead to many career opportunities outside of clinical dental hygiene practice.