Probiotic Bacteria Offer New Hope in Fight Against Periodontal Diseases
These friendly microorganisms are riding a wave of popularity in many applications, including oral care.
Essential Advice for Dental Hygiene Students
Yvette Reibel, RDH, BA, BSDH, MSDH, a clinical assistant professor in the Division of Dental Hygiene at the University of Minnesota, shares indispensable tips on…
Pushing the Profession Forward
Crystal Adams, MA, CDA, RDH, helped North Carolina eliminate the prior exam law and sees a bright future for dental hygiene.
FDA Fast Tracks New Head and Neck Cancer Treatment
A new drug is showing promise in treating some of the most challenging types of cancers.
National Dental Research Network Offers More Opportunities for Clinicians to Conduct Studies
Additional funds have been greenlighted to support dental practice-based investigative partnerships in specialty fields.
Strategies to Ensure Successful Sealant Placement
By Van B. Haywood, DMD, Kim L. Capehart, DDS, PhD, MBA, Jeril R. Cooper, III, DMD Sealants are one of the most effective strategies to prevent occlusal…
Treating Kids With Trisomy 21
By Kathie Wang, DDS Trisomy 21, or Down syndrome, is the most common chromosomal disorder, affecting approximately one in 700 live births.1 It is characterized by…
Behavioral Management in Pediatric Patients
By Beau D. Meyer, DDS, MPH Behavior management is a cornerstone of treatment planning in pediatric dentistry. A child’s level of cooperation and ability to…
Caring for Children With Sensory Processing Disorders
By Deborah Dotson, RDH, PhD, Michelle Johnson, PhD, RDN, LDN, Christy Isbell, PhD, OTR/L The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention1 reports that one in six…