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  • Volume 35, Issue 4

    • Volume 35, Issue 4

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    Patient Care

    Product Report

    April 14, 2015
    Product Report April 2015
    Lm Ergomix Clinical
    Implant Maintenance

    LM Dental's approach to implant care

    April 14, 2015
    Author notes how design of instruments addresses implant safety and ergonomics
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    Patient Care

    Enamelon Gel: Home-use product has been shown effective for caries prevention, gingivitis, and/or sensitivity relief

    April 14, 2015
    Recently introduced, Enamelon Treatment Gel is formulated with stabilized stannous fluoride and optimized by the addition of the remineralizing technology of amorphous Calcium...
    Career & Profession

    Heart disease among women

    April 14, 2015
    One in two women will die of heart disease, more than from all cancers combined. Until 10 years ago, heart disease had only been studied in men. The sobering statistics regarding...
    Patient Care

    Dental germaphobics: When patients are not 'crazy'

    April 14, 2015
    Before I get totally wrapped up with this month's conversation, please understand that I am not germaphobic. Yes, I understand the importance of working in a clean environment...

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    Periodontal Therapy: Substance, not Sizzle

    April 14, 2015
    I always recognize a talented oral health-care professional who piques my interest, and Dr. P.D. Miller, a professor and periodontist, is no exception. He pokes fun at himself...
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    Patient Care

    Sealing to the limit: Sealants represent a safe and effective preventive measure across a variety of care settings

    April 14, 2015
    Sealants represent a safe and effective preventive measure across a variety of care settings
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    Things they didn't teach me in school: What to do when a patient complains of a sore tooth

    April 14, 2015
    Since my column focuses on newer hygienists, I want to do a series of articles on "Things they didn't teach me in school." I've been a dental hygiene educator since 1987, and ...
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    Reduction of Tooth Stains: Patient education is vital to preventing tooth stain

    April 14, 2015
    The patient in the image appearing with this column is scaled every four months because of the heavy stain on his teeth. Since he is a professional, he is very cognizant of his...
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    The Elusive Edge: Sharpening shouldn't be so difficult, and here's a guide to success

    April 14, 2015
    Sharpening shouldn't be so difficult, and here's a guide to success
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    Patient Care

    Your best efforts! Author's informal survey indicates that dental hygienists do not retain sharpening skills

    April 14, 2015
    Author's informal survey indicates that dental hygienists do not retain sharpening skills
    Career & Profession

    Five critical minutes: Efficient instrument processing is not a victim of time constraints

    April 14, 2015
    Instrument processing is often hurried in light of the meager amount of time allotted for treatment room turnover. If rushed, compromises might be made in personal safety, instrument...
    Career & Profession

    Cleaning House: Housekeeping duties in the dental environment are critical

    April 14, 2015
    I am not partial to undertaking certain housekeeping jobs in my home. I don't mind washing dishes or doing laundry, but cleaning windows and refrigerators are not my favorite ...
    Patient Care

    Coding truths and myths

    April 14, 2015
    Follow the author as she navigates periodontal coding for a patient
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    Patient Care

    Redefining conservative: Explaining the need for perio treatment to patients

    April 14, 2015
    Explaining the need for perio treatment to patients
    Patient Care

    Avoid overwhelming patients: Too many dental treatment recommendations?

    April 14, 2015
    I work in a great two-doctor practice, and we are quite busy. However, one of the things that bothers me involves scenarios when patients - especially new patients - are presented...
    Career & Profession

    How are you unique? Should each staff member develop a personal mission statement?

    April 14, 2015
    One of the most interesting aspects of people is that we are all different. Our likes and dislikes clearly demonstrate this truth. Some of us have an affinity for dentistry while...
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    Standing up for community fluoridation

    April 14, 2015
    With dental health month just passing us by, it is an appropriate time to spotlight an organization that focuses on promoting oral health. The Campaign for Dental Health (CDH)...
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    It makes a difference to me: The oral health of special needs children prompts hygienist to develop school-based program

    April 14, 2015
    The oral health of special needs children prompts hygienist to develop school-based Program
    Career & Profession

    Staying Organized: Time management often reflects preparation for a busy day

    April 14, 2015
    Staying organized at work is the number one way to keep things running smoothly and efficiently. However, staying organized can become difficult once you are in the middle of ...
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    Announcing the 2015 Philips / RDH Magazine Mentor of the Year: Elizabeth Tronolone, RDH

    April 14, 2015
    Philips Sonicare and RDH magazine proudly honor the 2015 Mentor of the Year - Elizabeth Tronolone, BS, MOL, of Sylvania, Ohio
    Patient Care

    I Only Want to Be with You! Guiding the patient who wants to return home from the periodontist

    April 14, 2015
    You are treating your 50-year-old female patient at her periodontal maintenance visit. She has a history of moderate, generalized chronic periodontitis. She was referred to the...
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    Career & Profession

    Time for Spring Cleaning: Investigate what would rejuvenate your dental hygiene career

    April 14, 2015
    It seems as though with the cold and snowy winter we have had this year that April could not have come any sooner. We need this spring more than ever. With the welcome change ...
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    Editor's Note

    April 14, 2015
    IF THERE ARE ANY immortals among humans, they will likely experience a pleasing observation one day, a day distant in the future.