...used. Determining what proportion of time should be spent using ultrasonic instrumentation in combination with manual instrumentation in order to achieve optimum results is also an important factor. What tip...

Placing pit and fissure sealants—the mechanical obstruction of deep fissures by acid etch-dependent bonding of composite resins—is now considered a standard of care to prevent fissure caries. Myths concerning dental...

...common in dental hygiene. Dental hygiene practice has a myriad of ergonomic risk factors, including repetition of wrist and arm movements, restricted hand movements, forceful exertions, uncomfortable body posture held...

...the gloves, the symptoms subsided over the next 30-45 minutes. Q. Where Does Latex Come From? A. Latex comes the secretions of plants, mostly rubber trees. The sap from...

...nonsurgical periodontal therapy (NSPT), different explorers are beneficial for the clinician and patient in order to effectively and comfortably reach complex anatomy, deep pockets, furcations, and areas of mobility. When...

...flexing, the clinician can concentrate more fully on the tactile sensations of the soft tissue attachment. This allows for a more comfortable procedure for both the patient and the clinician....

...instrumentation? A. Compared to tip size, the differences in generator equipment are not as critical in results. The competency of the clinician, especially in the knowledge of root anatomy, is...

...time.2 Practitioners may find that visualizing the proximal anatomy in order to compare tactile sensations with the expected location of the contacts is helpful. Contact areas are located in the...