Dental Hygienist Exhibits a Knack for Innovation
Sandra Horne, DHA, MHSA, RDH, adapts her educational approach to ensure her students receive the necessary training during COVID-19.
Study Takes a Fresh Approach to Plaque Disruption in Early Childhood Caries
Scientists strategize to disrupt stubborn bacteria-yeast biofilm implicated in early childhood caries.
New Research into COVID-19 Lung Disease Underscores Importance of Oral Hygiene
Study shows that individuals with periodontal diseases are likely to pass the SARS-CoV-2 virus from their saliva into their lungs—with potentially d…
Study Shows Bacterial Imbalance Linked to Development of Alzheimer Disease
Harmful bacteria found below the gumline have been implicated in the Alzheimer disease process.
On a Mission to Promote Dental Therapy
Amy Coplen, RDH, EPDH, MS, leads the charge in Oregon to implement dental therapy as a piece to solving the access-to-care puzzle.
Taking Care of Business
Tami Miller, RDH, BS, continues to advocate for dental therapy in her home state of Florida to improve access to care for the region’s most vulnerab…
Study Shows Even Brief Periods of Poor Oral Hygiene Adversely Impact Dental Health
Recent research shows that when oral hygiene—such as toothbrushing and interdental cleaning—is interrupted for as little as a day, all hell can br…
New Research Sheds Light on How Plaque Biofilm Forms
We know why plaque biofilm forms on dental structures and how to get rid of it—temporarily. But not much attention has been paid to how dental plaqu…
Recent Study Shows Benefit of Power Brushing and Interdental Aids
In order to maintain oral health, plaque must be removed from all dental surfaces.