Table of ContentsFeature2005 Salary SurveyEditor’s note: Rather than listing the results in alphabetical order, the states below are listed based on the total number of responses from a state.
Patients with Alzheimer’s diseaseShe explained that the patient had dementia or Alzheimer’s, and she felt uncomfortable treating them.
Headaches: Whatever the cause ... always a pain“Oh, my aching head!” For those who suffer from the occasional headache to those who have persistent migraines, truer unfortunate words have never been spoken.
Body Building is this hygienist’s hobbyBefore “Alicia” (Calaway) appeared on the second and eighth editions of CBS’s Survivor, dental hygienist Jennifer Stumpe competed against her in a body building contest.
The Mental ChecklistWhen treating patients, it is necessary to “downshift” with each patient so that one does not get caught in the routine of performing the same services with each patient, or using the schedule as your guide to patient care.
The Doctor/Hygiene Exam Merged with the Science of CommunicationIn the article titled, “Visuals and the Science of Communication” (December 2005 RDH), we discussed the opportunities to refine and develop the structure of the hygienist’s communication skills.
Understanding How Motivation Achieves Patient ComplianceDental hygienists must understand the basic concepts of human motivation before they can help patients achieve their goals.
RDH, 1981-82Although the “nursing caps” disappeared from the professional uniform during the 1980s, several photos appeared with the models wearing hats during the first two years of the magazine.
Crafty, Craftier, CraftiestIf you’ve ever thought you should encourage the artist within, take inspiration from these hygienists who have found some surprising ways to combine a career in hard science with another in arts and crafts.
DepartmentsEditor's NoteAbout the coverWe put on a new outfit for this issue. Nothing too fancy.
Reader's ForumReaders’ forumWhen thinking about the past year, we all should try to focus on the positive, no matter how difficult many of our trials and tribulations this past year appear to us.
ColumnsSomething to celebrateDear Readers, Have you ever thought about how long 25 years really is? Think about it. That's 300 months...
Mind, Body & SpiritEnergize me!Where do we get our energy? Are we blocking our own energy source?
Public HealthThe commissioned corpsThe mission of the Public Health Service (PHS) Commissioned Corps is to provide highly-trained and mobile health professionals who carry out programs to promote the health of the nation, understand and prevent disease and injury, assure safe and effective drugs and medical devices, deliver health services to federal beneficiaries, and furnish health expertise in time of war or other national or international emergencies.
Hy-TechThe titanium toothbrushDuring a recent trip to Las Vegas, I accidentally discovered that a high tech toothbrush plus saliva could really help patients fight plaque.
Hygiene TouchPicks for 2006When leaving nearly any restaurant, chances are patrons will find toothpicks at the counter.
Comfort ZoneA letter to Dr. FonesToday I received an exciting publication called RDH magazine.
Periodontal TherapyWalking around an elephantNo couple in American history has fascinated me more than Eleanor and Franklin D. Roosevelt.
From the EdgeOvercoming fear togetherFor the first six hours I called it writer’s block. For the next six hours I referred to it as “the burning pit below.
From the PodiumAre you Jane Hygienist?I recently returned from my state dental hygienists’ association’s annual session.
Infection Control & Safety SupplementIntroductory OverviewAn estimated 9 million persons work in the health care profession in the U.S.
Immunizations & Occupational Health Screenings for Dental HygienistsDental hygiene is a prevention-focused profession. It is very important for hygienists to be aware of the immunizations and screening tests that are recommended for health-care workers to protect them from exposures to infectious diseases.
Post-Exposure ProceduresDiana is a 25-year-old dental hygienist who loves her profession, her peers, and her patients.
WHAT YOUR PATIENTS NEED TO HEAR: PROACTIVE INFECTION CONTROL MARKETINGAfter what seemed to be a very smooth, positive hygiene appointment, your patient goes to the front desk to pay his associated fees for the day, reserve his next hygiene visit and bid a fond adieu to the appointment coordinator.
Keeping Yourself Safe and Healthy: Choose, then Use PPEMany of us still remember the confusion and uncertainty when trying to comply with the personal protective equipment (PPE) section of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard when it first came out in 1991.
Hand Hygiene and Adverse Skin ReactionsIt began on a Monday. Many bad things in life begin on a Monday.
The Immunocompromised Dental Hygiene PractitionerThe Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA) heralded a new era during which a federal program was designed to protect the national workforce from job-related injury, illness or death.
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