...be prepared to take an active role in handling an emergency. Each staff person should be able to perform basic life support services competently in order to keep patients alive...

...blockage of the airway before emergency services arrive.16 ORAL SELF-CARE In order to provide compassionate and quality care, dental hygienists must maintain realistic expectations about what patients with MG can...

...ions, promote the formation of fluorapatite in tooth enamel through remineralization. In order for the remineralization process to occur, calcium and phosphate ions must be available. Demineralization of tooth...

...material that has strength, hardness, and an esthetic appearance. The characteristics of composite filler particles encompass macro-, micro-, and nanoparticles. Microhybrid composites, also referred to as universal restorative…

...debilitating side effects of cancer therapy and is caused by both chemotherapy and radiation therapy.8 It is a common nonhematological complication that causes inflammation and ulceration, making it difficult to...

...developed and implemented. The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) approved entry-level competencies for dental hygienists based on the ADHA’s process of care published in 2008.1,3 These competencies require that dental...

...morning appointments with at least an additional 15 minutes so they do not feel rushed and enough time is available to provide oral hygiene instructions.13–15 In order to communicate effectively...

...demonstrates the need for additional therapy until treatment is complete. COMPLEMENTARY APPROACH The complementary approach is based on the idea that neither hand instrumentation nor power instrumentation is a substitute...

...placement of Recaldent reduced DH through the deposition of calcium phosphate compounds onto the tooth structure.16,17 Bioglass is a biocompatible material composed of silicon dioxide, sodium oxide, calcium oxide, and...

...American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and the European Federation of Periodontology. The Colgate-Palmolive Company is committed to ensuring that practicing dental professionals have access to the latest educational resources.…