The use of proper ergonomics includes adjusting dental hygienists’ work environments to help them be more effective and efficient, while minimizing the risk of injury.
Dental hygienists play an important role in the prevention and treatment of dentin hypersensitivity by providing nonsurgical periodontal therapy, placing desensitizing materials, and emphasizing good hygiene practices.
Over the past 25 years, it has become apparent that oral infections/inflammation processes are associated with systemic diseases or pathologic conditions, but clear-cut causative mechanisms have not yet been established.
Poorly managed dental unit waterlines can have deadly consequences for patients. Read on for tips on how you can ensure the safety of the water in your office.
Treating patients with autism spectrum disorder requires compassion, patience, and ingenuity. This slideshow focuses on how you can provide safe and effective care to this patient population.
While antibiotic prophylaxis used to be standard protocol when treating patients at risk of infective endocarditis, research shows it’s not always necessary. Review this slideshow to learn more.
One of the most important aspects of working with anxious patients is communication. Fearful patients need the oral health professional to hear and understand their concerns, as well as respond in a meaningful way.