As more states consider adding the American Dental Association’s “oral preventive assistant,” dental hygienists assert patient care will suffer and suggest moving the profession toward self-governance.
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With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable…
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A new study has found US dentists are more likely to prescribe opioids than their British counterparts. According to researchers, American dentists wrote 37 times as many opioid prescriptions as British dentists in 2016—1.4 million vs…
Childhood Trauma Linked to Tooth Loss Later in Life
Children who experience trauma early in life may be at greater risk for tooth loss later in life, according to a University of Michigan (U-M) study.
Join Dimensions’ Brand Ambassador Program!
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is exited to announce the launch of a new Brand Ambassador Program that positions clinicians, educators, and leaders in the profession to serve as the voice of Dimensions.
Two Dental Students Selected for NIH Research Scholar Program
The National Institutes of Health has selected 50 students for the 2019-2020 Medical Research Scholars Program (MRSP).
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Manage Sensitivity With Fluoride
As older adults are able to retain more teeth due to better prevention and intervention, the prevalence of dentinal hypersensitivity (DH) is expected to increase due to the high rate of gingival recession among older populations.
FDI Releases Resources on Sports Dentistry
The FDI World Dental Federation has released a series of sports dentistry courses for dentists, sports medicine physicians, and athletes.
How to Choose the Best Restorative Material for Your Patients
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