Advances in the Science of Fluoride
As the prevention specialists, we know that effective biofilm management is fundamental to preventing dental caries and periodontal diseases. Unfortunately, how many times have we…
Category: Antimicrobials
Local Anesthesia as an Antimicrobial Ally
Local anesthesia has historically been used for analgesia (pain management) but it also has other benefits in dental care, such as the ability of vasoconstrictors…
Extend Your Reach During Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
By Kathleen O. Hodges, RDH, MS Extended shank instruments are indicated for deep periodontal pocket depths greater than 5 mm as measured with a periodontal…
The Oral and Systemic Health Benefits of Arginine
By Nancy Van, RDH, BSDH, Joellen Carr, RDH, BSDH, Lauren Derrick, RDH, BSDH, Faizan Kabani, RDH, MHA, MBA, PhD, Lisa Mallonee, RDH, MPH, RD, LD…
The Use of Mouthrinses in the Fight Against Cariogenic Bacteria
By Kimberly Lintag, RDH, BSDH, MS Dental caries is a disease in which bacteria ferment carbohydrates, which produces acids and breaks down tooth mineral.1,2 These cariogenic…
Adjunctive Use of Antibiotics and Antimicrobials in Periodontal Therapy
In conjunction with scaling and root planing, antibiotics and antimicrobials can be effective additions to the periodontal therapy armamentarium.
Antimicrobial Mouthrinses For Plaque and Gingivitis Control
By Rebecca S. Wilder, RDH, MS and Antonio J. Moretti, DDS, MS Maintaining a consistent at-home oral hygiene regimen is essential to improved oral health and the…
An Evidence-Based Look at Denture Care
By Sopanis Dhanvarachorn Cho, DDS, MSD, Kamolphob Phasuk, DDS, MS, John A. Levon, DDS, MS Today, more than ever before, Americans are retaining their natural dentitions throughout…
Simple Solutions for Breath Malodor
By P. Mark Bartold, DDSc, PhD Halitosis, bad breath, and oral malodor are terms used for breath malodor. While a matter of semantics, recognizing the difference…