TRENDING NOW

11 Reminders and Tips for Newly Graduated Dental Hygienists

Disclosure: This article has been sponsored by Heartland Dental, but Heartland Dental had no input in the editorial process or writing of this article. As...

The Dental Professional’s Vital Role in Identifying Primary Immunodeficiencies

A dental patient recently expressed frustration and concern about her son during her hygiene appointment with me. Her son is not a patient of...

What Hygienists Should Say When Patients Refuse Dental Radiographs

When a dental hygienist struggles to obtain patient consent for the basic standard of care, the frustrating experience is not often forgotten. Eyes roll...

The Mystery of Tooth Enamel Defects: A New Autoimmune Disorder Discovered

Tooth enamel is the most mineralized substance within the human body. However, for approximately one in every ten individuals and one-third of children with...

Dental Radiology: New Recommendations for Patient Lead Shielding

Radiographs are an important aspect of providing comprehensive patient care in dentistry. Though many patients balk at the idea of getting radiographs, it’s imperative...

STUDENTS & NEW GRADS

CHECK OUT!