Table of ContentsColumnsCase StudyCase Study: Case #1A 16-year-old female visited a dental office for a routine check-up and prophylaxis. Radiographic examination revealed a tooth-like radiopacity between the maxillary central incisors.
Staff RxEmployment contractsDear Dianne,
Hygiene TouchFlavors are fine, of coarseChoosing a prophy paste may be as much a flavor preference as a physical reaction for patients.
From the PodiumA focus on organ transplantsIn 1999, Cheryl Thomas, RDH, began a journey that has transformed her life. In that year, she became a kidney organ transplant recipient as a result of end-stage renal disease.
Comfort ZoneI dare you!I dare you! Can?t you just hear a bunch of little kids egging each other on with that taunt, daring each other to try something new or scary?
Professional SavvyInsights on salary increasesSalary and benefits were very hot topics in the Career Assessment Survey results that were published in the July 2004 issue of RDH.
Infection ControlTips for cleaning instrumentsInstrument processing is an essential element of the infection control program for dental hygiene procedures.
FeatureCreating & Maintaining Beautiful SmilesA patient veneer care system protects the patient's investment by ensuring periodontal status and home-care compliance remains optimal.
Get the Boss to Buy into Digital RadiographyThe dental hygienist?s point of view may be what?s needed to introduce digital radiography into your practice.
Setting goals in 2005What we know for sure is that it?s time to create a challenge for yourself.
Why is there a push for graduate education in dental hygiene?Because too many people need the care that hygienists with advanced degrees offer.
A Masterpiece in the MakingThe creation of a white smile leads to a difference of opinion that can be as confusing as, well, a box of crayons.
RDH Salary & Benefits SurveyIn the August 2004 issue, RDH published a two-page questionnaire. The questions focused on the income and other benefits earned by the magazine?s readers.
The Front DeskA day of smooth sailing with those appointments begins right up front.
DepartmentsEditor's NoteMy thoughts about your wagesThe results of the ?2004 RDH Salary & Benefits Survey? contained in this issue prompts some additional comments from me, including:
Reader's ForumReaders' ForumTwo fine articles in the November 2004 issue of RDH caught my eye, namely Trisha O'Hehir's article on residual bleeding following treatment and ...
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