Although optimal oral health is critical to the overall health of pregnant women and their babies, maternal oral health is often overlooked during prenatal care. As untreated maternal oral conditions can be a major risk factor for health…

Clinicians must be familiar with the diagnosis and procedures for controlling gingival recession, as it is a common clinical condition. Read on to evaluate how much you know about strategies for the diagnosis and treatment of gingival…

Ensuring patient comfort during dental hygiene procedures is a must to guarantee a pleasant dental experience. For this reason, clinicians need to be familiar with soft-tissue anesthesia options. Read on to test your understanding of…

Clinicians are using the dental endoscope to assist with the removal of subgingival calculus, and with good reason. The subgingival viewing system is effective in both dental hygiene and periodontal treatment. Read on to test your knowledge…

While myriad factors can threaten the success of implant therapy, implementing maintenance strategies may support positive outcomes. Read on to see how much you know about preventing implant complications.

Caring for patients with special needs requires pre-treatment planning and proper assessment. Read on to evaluate how much you know about providing safe and effective care to this growing population.

Magnification coupled with illumination improves visibility, diagnostic ability, operator ergonomics, and treatment outcomes. How much do you know about improving your visual acuity?

Dental hygienists play an important role in identifying early clinical signs of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), and advancements in prevention and treatment of this disease continue to be made.…

There are many factors to consider when choosing the most appropriate polishing agent during prophylaxis. How much do you know about selecting the best prophy paste for individual patient needs?

Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based, patient-centered, collaborative counseling approach that focuses on strengthening a patient’s motivation for a positive change in behavior. Read on to evaluate how much you know about this…