The Oral Microbiome and the Risk of Lung Infection
By Frank A. Scannapieco, DMD, PhD The oral cavity harbors a diverse collection of microorganisms, known as the oral microbiome, which is responsible for common…
The Evolution of Air Polishing
By Sandra Pence, RDH, MS Air polishing was introduced in the late 1970s as a mode of plaque and stain removal. In recent years, much progress…
Skip the Sugary Drinks
By Tracee Dahm, BSDH, MS, RDH One of the most important duties of dental hygienists is to educate their patients on how to prevent oral…
See the Signs
By Mansi Jailwala, MS, Joanne Brewer Timmons, MPH, Gülsün Gül, DDS, MBA, MPH, MS, Diana Esshaki, DMD, MS, Kanchan Ganda, MD Domestic violence is defined by the United States…
Strategies for the Safe Treatment of Cardiovascular Patients
By Susan Lynn Tolle, BSDH, MS, Amber Walters Hunt, RDH, BSDH, MS Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the…
Consider the Cost
By Domenica G. Sweier, DDS, PhD, Ronald J. Heys, DDS, MS, Mary R. Truhlar, DDS, MS, Stephen C. Bayne, MS, PhD The number of older adults in the United…
Gain Green Benefits
By Wendy St. Cyr, RDH, BS, Shanda Wallace, RDH, BSDH As environmentalism grows, the trend for dental practices to “go green” is gaining popularity. What oral health…
Fluoride’s Role in Caries Prevention
By Constanza E. Fernandez, DDS, PhD, Carlos Gonzalez-Cabezas, DDS, MSD, PhD Fluoride is the most effective strategy against dental caries. Its regular use is recommended by most…
Ensure the Safe Use of Digital Radiography
By Sandra Castellanos, AAS, RDH, BS, MA, CHES The more than century-old method of using conventional film to obtain radiographic images is being replaced by digital…