With the growing risk of exposure to emerging and re-emerging diseases, the dental practice must maintain strict infection control protocols, including protection against airborne transmission.

Editor In Chief of Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, Anna M. Pattison, RDH, MS, discusses advancements in instrumentation.

Sealants are an important part of preventive care and dental hygienists must be comfortable with their recommendation and placement.

In providing optimal care, soft tissue, bone, and implant restorative components must be routinely evaluated.

Treating drug-induced dry mouth.