Table of ContentsColumns‘Double teeth' leads to differential diagnosisJason, a 15-year-old high school student, is a new patient in your office and is scheduled for an exam and prophylaxis.
RDH Under One RoofAug. 5-7, 2010Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando www.rdhunderoneroof.comGeneral session speaker — Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD, presents a course titled, “New Evidence on Prevention of Oral Diseases and the Link with Systemic Disorders.
Public HealthUSNS ComfortThis month the spotlight is on a public health ship, not on a dental hygienist.
From the PodiumIt's an emergency!Imagine that one day while you were working in the practice, a middle-aged man suddenly collapsed in your operatory.
Infection ControlDon't clip that crud on meShe stood holding a bib chain in her hand, gently swirling it as I prepared lunch.
Hygiene TouchA touch of hygieneTouch is important to stimulate the tactile sense in hygiene. Whether you pick up a new instrument or use a very familiar one, the feel of the product can evoke pleasant or not so pleasant thoughts.
From the EdgeA fairy taleGreat lessons can be gleaned from fairy tales and nursery rhymes. While we suppose these are written for children, the messages speak loudly to adults.
Comfort ZoneWhat are you willing to risk?Teenagers typically think they're invincible. The vast majority become adults with few permanent health issues.
Periodontal TherapyBiomarkers for periodontal diseaseWith the graying of America, many Baby Boomers and Generation X hygienists are facing unprecedented challenges — how to make decisions about aging parents and other loved ones with various forms of dementia.
Staff RxTime squeezedI have been a practicing hygienist for 15 years. I've been in my current practice for the past 10 years.
FeatureRDH Cover SpotlightLaura Giusti enrolled in dental hygiene school when her children started attending the local elementary school.
Ultrasonics & ErgonomicsThe green approach to instrumentation
Fluoride varnish: one size fits allThe 21st century method for delivering fluoride
Caries Risk AssessmentSimple but important steps for hygienists
Remineralization implementationLast month (see article from December RDH), we learned about the many remineralization products on the market, looking at each product by its composition and what it does.
Light up your lifeUltrasonic instrumentation benefits from a brighter view
Our Remarkable RoleFocused on prevention, but with a sense of business savvy.
DepartmentsEditor's NoteDirections to the salary surveyLynne Slim, author of the Periodontal Therapy column in RDH, sent me an update on how she was doing on her next column, writing it just a few weeks ago when the Christmas decorations were still in full brilliance.
Industry News from ProofsIndustry NewsColgate-Palmolive Company recently established an Oral Health Advisory Board comprised of dental hygienists in the United States.
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