...obtaining blood samples from gingival crevicular fluid is technique-sensitive, making its viability in every day patient care questionable. Koneru et al67 found that blood acquired during periodontal probing may be...

...a critical role. Appropriate communication and information collection enhance patient rapport and compliance. Obtaining informed consent for treatment is a legal obligation that is based on the ethical principle of...

...of periodontal diseases and cause other adverse health effects.23–25 Obtaining an accurate blood pressure reading is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for all patients, beginning at age 3,...

...career in dental hygiene education. She was a long-standing member of Dimensions of Dental Hygiene’s Editorial Advisory Board. For Nunn, obtaining a degree in dental hygiene felt out of reach...

...patient and parent/caregiver communication. The entire dental staff should be knowledgeable about caring for patients with ASD so the initial impression of clinical care is inviting. Obtaining knowledge and understanding...

...services or programs.”10 Often obtaining cooperation from a young patient with special needs is difficult, so oral hygiene and successful dental appointments will depend on parents/caregivers. It is important to...

...often difficult to differentiate research vs practice.18 When clinical trials begin after obtaining an Investigational New Drug approval from the FDA, institutional review boards are proactive in the protection of...

...procedures generate the highest rates of opioid prescriptions.1 Patients exhibiting drug-seeking behaviors may present to the dental office for the specific purpose of obtaining opioid prescriptions, and may avoid treatment...