Once flooded with too many graduates, the dental hygiene profession now faces a national workforce shortage driven by attrition, burnout, and undervaluation. As legislative changes loom and key voices go unheard, it’s time for hygienists to reclaim…
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School Fluoride Varnish Programs Prove to Be Effective Tool in Fight Against…
A major systematic review confirms that school fluoride varnish delivery programs significantly reduce tooth decay and narrow oral…
Pac-Dent Introduces the New ProMate Contra Hygiene Handpiece
Brea, CA – June 26, 2025 – Pac-Dent, Inc., is thrilled to announce the launch of the ProMate™ Contra Hygiene Handpiece. The…
New York Bill Aims to Expand Dental Hygienists’ Independence Through…
The New York legislature has sent a bill to the governor that, if signed, would allow dental hygienists to work without direct…
Rescuing a Smile With a Ridge Augmentation and Implant Rehabilitation
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If you are contemplating a move, Forbes has released the 10 states where dental hygienists earn the most money to help narrow down the search.
Ultrasonic Instrumentation in Deep Pockets
Periodontal pocket depths greater than 5 mm, as measured by a periodontal probe, are considered deep pockets in nonsurgical periodontal therapy.
American Teledentistry Association Disheartened by New Mexico’s Latest Barrier to Affordable,…
American Teledentistry Association's statement on Governor Grisham's anti-competitive veto of SB241.
The Third Molar Conundrum
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Poor Oral Health May Increase Risk of Pancreatic Cancer Among African American Women
A Boston University School of Medicine study has found African American women with poor oral health may be more likely than the general population to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Using Adjunctive Therapies to Prevent Caries
Caries development is a dynamic process involving four players: bacteria, fermentable carbohydrates, a tooth, and an extended time period.
Colgate Announces Partnership with Boys & Girls Club of America
Colgate has expanded its Bright Smiles, Bright Futures oral health education initiative through a partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of America.
How NYU College of Dentistry Is Addressing a Major Health Challenge
NYU College of Dentistry’s Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities intends to remove roadblocks to care by providing care to individuals with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities at its new dedicated treatment center.
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
In recognition of Oral Cancer Awareness Month this April, The Oral Cancer Foundation encourages clinicians across the United States to offer oral cancer screenings for their patients during regular dental visits.
Improving Delivery With Alternative Injection Techniques
When using traditional injection techniques to anesthetize a maxillary quadrant, up to five injections are required: posterior superior alveolar (PSA), middle superior alveolar (MSA), and anterior superior alveolar (ASA) nerve blocks and…
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