The New Face of Denture Patients

Helping your baby boomer patients who face the transition to dentures. By Lisa B. Stefanou, RDH, MPH

Current Concepts In Esthetic Crown Lengthening

Esthetic periodontal treatment for the "gummy smile." By Timothy J. Hempton, DDS, Ignacio Sanz Martin, DDS, Fred J. Bonacci, DMD

Update on Anesthesia

Gwen Essex, RDH, MS, EdD, discusses pain control options for the dental hygienist. By Gwen Essex, RDH, MS, EdD

An Evidenced-based Look at Fluoride Varnish

A systematic review of fluoride varnish for the prevention of dental caries in children and adolescents. By Amir Azarpazhooh, DDS, MSc, FRCD(C), Patricia A. Main, BDS, DDS, DDPH, MSc, FRCD(C)

Making the Most Out of Magnetostrictive Ultrasonic Tips

A variety of magnetostrictive ultrasonic tips are available to meet the entire range of patient treatment needs. By Carrie Hanson, RDH, MA

Exploring the Connection

The relationship between respiratory diseases and oral health. By Joan I. Gluch, RDH, PhD

The Dental Investigation

Dental forensics and the role of the dental hygienist. By Marsha A. Voelker, CDA, RDH, MS