RDH Articles, December 2007

Table of Contents

Feature

Optimal Software Usage for Hygienists

In today’s dental environment, the computer has become a crucial part of the hygienist?s treatment room.

Oral Exams: Are you performing a complete exam?

Educators view dental hygiene students with enthusiasm, and students have the sincere hope that they can change the lives of patients by providing excellent care.

Cover Spotlight

This month’s mother and daughter team, Marsha Parker and Amy Necaise, are dental hygienists who work on the Gulf Coast in Mississippi.

The Crafty Ones

Meet three talented hygienists who focus their creative abilities in three different directions.

Departments

Editor's Note

The editor’s choices

Ah, step outside and smell the commerce. A certain breed of dental hygienists labor with a different state of mind.

Reader's Forum

Readers’ Forum

Dear RDH: I recently contemplated writing a letter to our state board of dentistry regarding the restorative functions of dental hygienists.

Industry News from Proofs

Industry News

Biolase Technology, Inc. announced Nov. 6 that Federico Pignatelli was installed as interim CEO...

Columns

Comfort Zone

Under the Holiday Tree

Holiday trees and decorations are a tradition that crosses through cultures, often defying explanation.

From the Edge

Don’t Fly Under the Radar

Flying under the radar is a great coping technique for shy students wanting to avoid being called on in class.

Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal Nitwits and Flossing

I occasionally enjoy reading about dinosaurs and was a big fan of Jurassic Park.

Staff Rx

The Periodontal Patient Who Just Wants A Cleaning

Dear Dianne, The current dilemma in our office is the number of patients with signs of periodontal disease who refuse to have periodontal treatment.

Hygiene Touch

Wax to the Rescue

The reliable weather radio sounds a shrilling alarm to alert you about approaching inclement weather.

From the Podium

An Amazing Race to the Good Life

Whenever hygienists get together, one complaint can be heard consistently ? time, or the lack thereof.

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Volume 27
Issue 12
December 2007
 

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