With millions of cases still undiagnosed, xerostomia may be one of the earliest warning signs oral health professionals can identify if they know what to look for.
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Michigan Licenses Its Second Dental Therapist While Other States Still Wait
As many states stall after passing dental therapy laws, Michigan moves forward with its second licensed provider.
February’s Sunstar Giveaway Winner Is Revealed
Congratulations to Courtney Sprynczynatyk, RDH, the February winner of the Sunstar ebrief Giveaway. Starting off her career in…
NC Dental Board Issues Sedation Warning After Child’s Death Raises Oversight…
A new memo from the North Carolina Dental Board clarifies that dentists, not CRNAs, remain fully responsible for sedation…
Master’s-Level Dental Therapy Program Opens at Pacific University
A newly accredited master’s-level dental therapy program aims to expand access to care, but not all are celebrating.
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Experience education like never before. Mark your calendar for August 22–23, 2025, and prepare for 2 action-packed days of learning, networking, and discovery. You’re going to love how much you learn!
Remembering Nancy K. Mann, RDH, MSEd: A Legacy of Education, Service, and Dedication to Dental…
Professor Nancy K. Mann, RDH, MSEd, a beloved dental hygiene educator and practitioner, passed away on November 19, 2024. Her 50-year career encompassed remarkable contributions as a clinical professor, global lecturer, contributor to …
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All of us at Dimensions of Dental Hygiene wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving filled with joy, good food, and gratitude. Thank you for reading!
The Rise of Nonautogenous Soft Tissue Grafts
Nonautogenous soft tissue grafts are transforming mucogingival treatments with their minimally invasive, palate-free approach. Offering reduced morbidity, shorter chairtime, and comparable clinical outcomes, these alternatives are reshaping…
Brits Try New Tactics to Reduce Childhood Tooth Decay
With dental caries impacting up to 50% of 5-year-olds in some parts of England, researchers from The University of Manchester propose evidence-based approaches to tackle this public health crisis. By focusing on co-designed interventions,…
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Top 3 Tips to Prevent Adverse Drug Reactions in the Operatory
Adverse drug reactions pose a significant risk in dental care, especially for patients with complex medical conditions. A detailed medication review, interprofessional collaboration, and special considerations for older adults are key…
Shaping Smiles and Futures
Diane Wilson, RDH, MEd, skipped retirement to develop and lead a brand-new dental hygiene program at Palo Alto College in San Antonio, Texas, where she is a making a difference in the lives of her students and the community as well.
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Study Shows Benefits of Texting Oral Care Reminders
When teenagers get texts reminding them to take care of their teeth does that actually motivate them to pick up a brush? Researchers in the United Kingdom believe so.
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