Contents

Eliminate Radiographic Retake Exposures for Patients With Special Needs

Altering techniques to obtain diagnostic quality images in all patients—including children and those presenting with challenges—is key to the safe and effective capture of radiographs. By Ann M. Bruhn, RDH, BSDH, MS, Emily A. Ludwig, RDH, MSDH

Evidence-Based Strategies for Boosting Remineralization

As dental caries remains a serious public health problem, implementing minimally invasive approaches to addressing caries risk and preventing tooth decay is prudent. By Diana Macri, RDH, BSDH, MSEd

Guest Editorial: Striving to Be Part of the Solution

Illinois dental hygienists are disappointed over their exclusion in COVID-19 vaccine efforts. By Sherri Foran, RDH, BSDH, MPA, PHDH, Monica Baldwin, RDH, PHDH, BSDH, Laura Baus, RDH, EMT, BS, MDH, PHDH

The Role of Oral-Fluid Biomarkers in Diagnosing Oral Diseases

Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to screen patients for systemic and oral diseases using salivary diagnostics. By Nancy Kyser, RDH, BSDH, Denise Guadiana, RDH, MSDH, Janet Kinney, RDH, MS

Using Silver Diamine Fluoride To Improve the Oral Health of Older Adults

Adult populations at increased caries risk can greatly benefit from SDF application. By Lori Hendrick, MS, CDA, CDT, RDH, PhD, Jessica Suedbeck, RDH, BSDH, MS, Denise M. Claiborne, PhD, RDH

Oral Health Strategies for Patients Who Use Medical Cannabis

With cannabis use increasing across the United States, oral health professionals need to be prepared to address the dental needs of this population. By Maggie Pillars, RDH, BSDH, Jennifer Cullen, RDH, BSDH, MPH

What Every Oral Health Professional Needs To Know About the AAP Classification System

The American Academy of Periodontology’s 2017 classification system presents a step forward in the quest for more accurate and timely periodontal assessment, care, and referral. By Allie R. Brown, RDH, BSDH, Faizan Kabani, PhD, MBA, MHA, RDH, FAADH, Jane C. Cotter, RDH, MS, CTTS

The Importance of Collaboration

During the past year, we’ve all tried to focus on the “silver linings” found in the COVID-19 pandemic. By Jill Rethman, RDH, BA

Tips for Upgrading Your Loupes

How do I know when it’s time to upgrade my loupes? By Claudia Turcotte, CDA, RDH, MSDH, MSOSH

April 2021 Marketplace For Dental Hygienists

A listing of featured products. By The Editors

Preprocedural Mouthrinse Mitigates Viral Transmission

EverSmile PreOp Pre-Treatment Rinse. By The Editors

April 2021 Digital Agenda

Digital Agenda covers all that’s happening under Dimensions’ social media platforms. By The Editors

Penn Dental Opens Transformative Center For Innovation and Precision Dentistry

In a joint effort to transform the future of oral healthcare, the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine (Penn Dental) and School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have founded the Center for Innovation and Precision Dentistry (CIPD). By The Editors

April 2021 Social Commentary

Like Dimensions of Dental Hygiene’s Facebook page to share your thoughts on posted questions. By The Editors

Highlighting the Benefits of Caring for Nursing Home Residents

I have been retired for the past 19 years, but I wanted to share about the last 11 years of my career as a dental hygienist. By Carole Nelson, RDH

Dental Hygienist Takes the Helm of Children’s Public Health Organization

Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, will lead the Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin as its new executive director. By The Editors

ADHA to Host Annual Meeting Both In Person and Virtually

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) will host its annual conference in person June 18 to June 20 at the Phoenix Convention Center and Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. By The Editors

Dimensions’ Corporate Council Member Takes on a New Role

Shannon M. Nanne, RDH, is the new director of professional relations and education for Curaprox. By The Editors