Personal protective equipment has always been important in dental care delivery. The novel coronavirus, however, takes infection control to a whole new level.

Valli Meeks, DDS, MS, RDH, honored for improving oral healthcare for patients living with HIV/AIDS.

The use of proper ergonomics includes adjusting dental hygienists’ work environments to help them be more effective and efficient, while minimizing the risk of injury. New technology has entered the dental operatory that may provide…

The Bronx Zoo in New York City announced that a few of its tigers, including sisters Nadia and Azul, have been infected with the coronavirus. The tigers acquired the infection via an asymptomatic zoo employee with COVID-19. While the rest…

Asthma ordinarily begins in childhood/adolescence, and—once established—the ongoing inflammatory process leads to underdevelopment of the lungs, further impeding their function. More than 6 million United States children under the age of 18…

The Oral-B® Genius X Professional Electric toothbrush is powered by AI technology and pairs with Oral-B® app, encouraging patient compliance.

Jessica Fagan, RDH, BS, MA—a full-time faculty member at Carrington College in Sacramento, California—is blogging for Dimensions of Dental Hygiene about COVID-19. Respiratory diseases, such as COVID-19 can be spread via droplet…

With new evidence demonstrating that the coronavirus is spread via bioerosols, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reversed course and now recommends that all Americans wear masks or cloth face coverings when out in…

The use of chlorhexidine mouthwash may increase the abundance of lactate-producing bacteria that lowers salivary pH and potentially increase the risk of tooth damage, according to research led by the University of Plymouth’s Faculty of…

Part of the CARES Act, the Paycheck Protection Program is a loan program designed to provide small businesses, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals with cash flow assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. The low-interest…