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As more states consider adding the American Dental Association’s “oral preventive assistant,” dental hygienists assert patient care…
When a Bargain Smile Comes at a High Cost
With millions of Americans traveling abroad for cheaper dental care, a tragic case in Turkey underscores the potentially serious…
Is Povidone-Iodine the Underrated Antiseptic in Dentistry?
With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable…
Can Your Patients Hear You?
With hearing loss affecting more than 50 million Americans, oral health professionals can improve communication, reduce anxiety and…
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Why School Dental Consent Fails and How Programs Fix It
School-based dental programs boost participation not by simplifying paperwork alone, but by building trust, clarifying cost and safety, and turning consent into an ongoing, multi-channel conversation that leads families to real care.
High-Puff Vapes May Become More Dangerous Over Time
New research finds that heavily used disposable e-cigarettes can accumulate significantly higher levels of harmful aldehydes, potentially increasing users’ exposure to toxic compounds.
Enter to Win Our Sunstar eBrief Giveaway!
Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: personalized dental-themed, personalized quarter zip, adorable tooth-themed turbantwist headband, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene notebook,…
Could Better Oral Care in Hospitals Save Lives?
The largest randomized trial of its kind found that providing hospitalized patients with basic oral hygiene tools and education dramatically reduced the risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia.
Dental Hygienist Is Dedicated to Expanding Dental Care Across Rural Tennessee
Teresa O’Daniel BSDH, MS, RDH, is helping bring preventive oral healthcare to some of Tennessee’s most underserved communities while inspiring the next generation of dental hygienists to do the same.
Clindamycin and C. difficile Pose Silent Risks in the Dental Chair
While clindamycin remains a familiar option in dental prescribing, emerging data and patient outcomes underscore a critical need for antibiotic stewardship and clearer patient communication around the risk of C. difficile infection.
Mastering Periodontal Disease Management at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO 2026
Join leading periodontist Brett Weatherington, DDS, for an evidence-driven deep dive into modern periodontal classification and treatment strategies that translate directly into sharper diagnostics and stronger patient outcomes.
The Hidden Barrier in School-Based Dental Care
A JAMA Network Open study reveals a paradox in school-based oral health programs: the very children most likely to benefit are often the least likely to enroll, exposing how fragile consent systems, communication gaps, and caregiver…
America’s ToothFairy Launches National Oral Health Month Campaign with Free Resources for Educators…
CHARLOTTE, NC (May 26, 2026) — America’s ToothFairy is inviting dental professionals, educators and community organizations to take part in its annual Share Your Smile campaign throughout the month of June in recognition of Oral Health…
The Visual Technologies Transforming Dentistry
From loupes and LED headlights to microscopes and periodontal endoscopes, modern visualization tools are helping clinicians see more, work more precisely, and protect their musculoskeletal health.
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