Improve Your Explorer Technique
By Donna Smith, BSDH, MSEd, RDHAP Successful dental hygienists rely on their ability to detect and remove calculus deposits through the use of tactile sensitivity.…
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The Manifestations of Lyme Disease
By Olga Gnatovych, RDH, BA, Victoria Benvenuto, RDH, EdM Lyme disease—which is spread via tick bite—is the most common vector-borne disease caused by Borrelia burgdorferi in the United…
Ask the Ambassadors – Episode 4
In our series, Ask the Ambassadors, Dimensions asked Olga R. Zozaya, RDH the following questions: What has been the biggest change you’ve experienced in the dental…
Supporting Good Nutrition in Children
By Kevin J. Donly, DDS, MS February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a time when oral health professionals focus on children’s dental health, including…
Ask the Ambassadors – Episode 3
In our series, Ask the Ambassadors, Dimensions asked India R. Chance, BSDH, RDH the following questions: 1. What are your resolutions to stay healthier at…
Breaking the Genetic Code
Genetic testing may provide oral health professionals with a new avenue to customize patient care and improve preventive treatments and outcomes.
Delivering Risk-Stratified Care
Effective risk assessment is key to changing patient behavior and understanding patients.
The Safe and Effective Use of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography
This three-dimensional technology offers many advantages but oral health professionals need to be well versed in its indications and technique to use …
3D Imaging in Periodontics
Bryan J. Frantz, DMD, MS, discusses the use of cone-beam computed tomography in dental implant treatment, as well as periodontal diagnosis and care.