Company Index

Organized alphabetically, this index lists contact information for all of the companies included in the Purchasing Guide Product Index. By The Editors

Product Index – Professional Use

This comprehensive guide lists the products used most by dental hygienists with the companies that make each product listed under the category. By The Editors

Product Index – Patient Use

Self Care By The Editors

Technology-Related Infection Control Challenges

Understanding how to manage technology in the dental setting requires knowledge and application of infection control guidelines. By Kandis V. Garland, RDH, MS, Crystal Kanderis Lane, RDH, BS, MS

Oral Health Effects of Antiresorptive Medications

Oral health professionals need to be familiar with bisphosphonates and other antiresorptive medications due to their impact on dental health. By Yusuke Hamada, DDS, MSD, Apoorv Goel, BDS, MS, MSD, Yu-Ting Yeh, DDS, Vanchit John, BDS, MDS, DDS, MSD

Strategies for Treating Seniors

Identifying common oral health problems, chronic conditions, and physical/ motor disorders is key to ensuring successful dental appointments for mature patients. By Amber W. Hunt, BSDH, MS, RDH, Tracee Dahm, BSDH, MS, RDH, Ann M. Bruhn, RDH, BSDH, MS

Risks to Oral Health Posed by Swimming

Teeth stain, dental pain, calculus buildup, and dental erosion can be side effects of exposure to pool chlorine. By Alexandra Benson Moore, RDH, MS, Christina Calleros, RDH, MS, Diana B. Aboytes, RDH, MS

Vital Links in Communication

Experts in communication, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are integral members of the therapy team. Communication is not merely forming words and pronouncing them, it’s essential to a productive life. By Jill Rethman, RDH, BA