A quality improvement program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia increased fluoride varnish application rates from 3.7% to 30.5% across its pediatric network, far surpassing its 20% target. The intervention proved effective across all…
Two leading dental organizations have joined forces to deliver evidence-based guidance on preventing and managing peri-implant diseases. The new consensus provides stepwise treatment strategies, risk factor insights, and practical tools to…
Before recommending full-arch rehabilitation, clinicians must carefully weigh medical, lifestyle, and psychosocial factors that influence long-term success.
Pediatric hospitals use creativity, comfort, and connection to calm young patients, and these same approaches could transform the adult dental experience. By borrowing child-focused strategies, dental teams can reduce fear, improve…
Rising rates of diabetes among children demand that oral health professionals recognize warning signs, support glycemic control, and collaborate closely with families and healthcare providers.
I work in a large office with eight other dental hygienists. I would like to take on more responsibility with the hopes of possibly making a change into dental service organization (DSO) management at some point. How can I show my employer…
