Motivational Interviewing for Dental Hygienists
The majority of periodontal patients can retain their dentition with appropriate treatment, effective plaque control, and regular maintenance.
Strategies for Dentinal Hypersensitivity Management
Patient discomfort caused by this common complaint can be effectively addressed with both in-office and at-home therapies.
The Therapeutic Potential of Medical Marijuana
Providing patients with scientific information and clarifying misinformation about cannabis are essential to the provision of safe, ethical, and compa…
Ethical Decision Making in Dental Hygiene
Clinicians face ethical dilemmas throughout their careers, but a strong educational foundation in ethics and ethical decision-making provides a helpfu…
Focus on Toothbrushes
This guide offers important details about many of the toothbrushes – both manual and power – on the market today.
The Role of Attached Gingiva in Implant Therapy
While there is insufficient evidence to routinely recommend gingival augmentation to maintain implants, gingival grafting may benefit certain patient …
Impact of Joint Hypermobility
Practitioners should self-identify the presence of joint hypermobility and recognize its potential effect on the musculoskeletal system and the effect…
Reducing Demineralization Risk
Sports and energy drinks are designed to prevent dehydration and replenish energy, but they also contribute to the demineralization of tooth enamel.
A Comprehensive Approach to Dental Caries Management
Risk assessment, therapeutic and restorative therapies, establishment of a dental home, and interprofessional care are key to mitigating the negative …