Veterinary dentistry may appear to be worlds away from human dentistry, but new discoveries in dentistry for animals are informing how all dentists practice. Dr. John Scheels ...
An increasing number of dental professionals are aware of WRMSD risks, and frequent discussions occur online regarding the prevention of injuries, what products work well, and...
Dental staff members may feel that the services they render are not worth what the patient is being charged. As a consultant, I understand that staff members are often not aware...
Our patients are not fools, and it is easy to lose their trust and confidence. If they feel something is amiss in your dental practice, they will promptly find a different care...
When welcoming and greeting a patient, it is important to consider an individual's preferences, as well as their own experience of the practice. Though these details may seem ...
With the beginning of a new year, clinicians may be wondering what new technologies or services they should consider. As I reflected on this, it led me to consider what has the...
Nobody wants to be known as a prima donna hygienist. You know the type: smug, condescending, and generally thinks they are better than everybody else in the office.
Taking the time to write a letter to show your appreciation differentiates you from others. It also signals to the recipient that you are in possession of soft skills, which will...
Just for grins, the climate of January and February in 80 U.S. cities is weighted evenly against the income power of dental hygienists. What's the warmest place to perform an ...
A Peer-Reviewed Publication Written by Cathy Hester Seckman, RDHAbstractDental hygienists must be knowledgeable about women's oral and overall health. This course begins with ...
I always appreciate it when manufacturers offer a new "spin" (pun intended) on a product we use every day. I'm pleased to discuss seven new options in prophy angles this month...
Both my editor and I are a bit over the top when it comes to our dogs. Mark Hartley recently told me that he Skypes with his granddaughter just about every week, which includes...
A new report on dental health was recently published with more good news for dental hygiene. Truly, the number of reports discussing dental health published since 2010 have been...
As dental professionals, patients look to us to educate them about their oral health. Today our roles have expanded to include oral-systemic health education. Patients visit the...
Dear Dianne, I've been a hygienist for 20 years in the same office. Our doctor is great to work with, plus he does excellent dentistry. However, one of the most frustrating realities...
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Timothy is a 10-year-old African-American child arriving for a general maintenance appointment. His mother assists in giving you an appraisal of his health and past dental treatment...
My grandfather had dentures. He used to pop them in and out for the entertainment of my children. The first time I remember seeing his dentures, they were in a glass jar in the...
In the recent months, our country has been challenged by two major infections - non-polio enterovirus and ebola virus disease (EVD). Both diseases are cause for concern as health...