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Introducing Allday® Oral Moisturizing Rinse

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Social Media May Be Shaping Dental Confidence in Teens

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California Budget Preserves Medi-Cal Dental Funding for Now

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Can Independent Dentistry Still Thrive?

Mouthrinses

Focus on Mouthrinses

Apr 18, 2017

This detailed table provides information about the latest therapeutic and cosmetic mouthrinses.

Ergonomics

Ensure Proper Fit

Apr 18, 2017

Implementing well-fitting loupes into clinical practice can improve both ergonomics and the quality of patient care.

Ultrasonics

Adapting Site-Specific Ultrasonic Inserts/Tips

Apr 18, 2017

These instruments can increase access to difficult-to-reach areas and may help to improve periodontal therapy outcomes.

Marketplace

Apr 17, 2017

A listing of featured products.

Guest Editorial

Guest Editorial: The Journey to Opportunity

Apr 17, 2017

Dental hygienists who embrace change, reflect on their professional status and goals, and unite with colleagues are poised for professional growth.

Industry Info

Sponsors of the Esther Wilkins Lifetime Achievement Award Announced

Apr 17, 2017

Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals is the premier sponsor and Patterson Dental and PDT Inc are supporting sponsors of its eighth annual The Esther Wilkins Lifetime Achievement Award.

Ask the Expert

Implications of Biofilms in Dental Unit Waterlines

Apr 17, 2017

The Ask the Expert column features answers to your most pressing clinical questions.

Newsline

New Bachelor of Science Program Set to Graduate First Student

Apr 17, 2017

Tyler Junior College (TJC) in Tyler, Texas, recently expanded its course offerings to include a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene program, and will soon graduate its first student.

Editor's Note

There’s a Code

Apr 17, 2017

Last fall, the American Dental Association (ADA) developed a new insurance code that dental hygiene professionals have long wished for.

Dean MacNeil Assumes National Leadership Role

Apr 13, 2017

Dean MacNeil Assumes National Leadership Role In addition to his role as dean of the UConn School of Dental Medicine, Dr. R. Lamont “Monty” MacNeil has begun a one year term as chair elect of the American Dental Education Association’s