Perioscopy—The New Paradigm

The dental endoscope creates the opportunity for successful periodontal therapy and offers the dental hygienist a tool to aid in definitive scaling and root planing. By Roger V. Stambaugh, DMD, MS, MSEd, FACD

Periodontal Instrumentation Transformed

The dental endoscope provides an unobstructed view inside periodontal pockets, making thorough debridement more possible than ever before. By Anna M. Pattison, RDH, MS, Gordon L. Pattison, DDS

A New Option for Local Delivery

Antimicrobials, such as minocycline microspheres, can enhance the effectiveness of mechanical therapy in treating chronic periodontitis. By Rebecca S. Wilder, RDH, MS

Maximizing Pain Control

The AMSA injection can provide anesthesia with fewer injections and less pain. By Dorothy A. Perry, RDH, PhD, Peter M. Loomer, DDS, PhD

Your Health – The Power of Soy

Incorporating phytoestrogens into your diet can help lower your risk of breast cancer. By Hope Ricciotti, MD