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Pseudomonas aeruginosa and dental implant longevity

Emerging threat: Pseudomonas aeruginosa and dental implant longevity: Part 1

Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH

P. aeruginosa is a particularly opportunistic pathogen that is implicated in peri-implant infections, bone loss, and subsequent dental implant failure. Here’s what you need to...

dental pros are positioned to see signs of substance abuse early in patients

Substance abuse and oral health: Recognizing the signs behind the smile

Barbara Madej, RPh

tips for handling ADHD as a working dental hygienist

Productivity with ADHD: 3 tips to help dental clinicians manage their ADHD

Nicole Garlington-Doughty, RDH

Karen Davis, BSDH and Dr

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Dental hygienists are trained to do much more than they're allowed to do in dental practice.

Career & Profession

The discrimination dental hygienists face when expanding their scope in dentistry

Tabitha Acert, BOH, GradCertPH, AdvHyg (MStud)

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What’s in your dental unit waterline? DUWL safety recommendations

Rochelle S. Thompson, BSDH, RDH

Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) are a central focus in the study of periodontal disease due to their presence on key gram-negative pathogens.

LPS: Understanding the powerful immunomodulator in gram-negative bacteria

Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH

How to avoid injury from chicken wing in dental hygiene practice

Instruments/Handpieces

How to reduce the chicken wing (arm abduction) in dental hygiene practice

Stephanie Botts, BSDH, RDH, CEAS

Tips for Working Around a Lingual Permanent Retainer

4 tips for working around a permanent retainer

Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH

Wiping valve surfaces between patients not address concerns about corrosion or contamination inside the valve.

Wipe out! It's time to employ single-use devices in dentistry

Kelly Donovan, EdD, RDH

Dental hygienists must carefully approach dental assistants regarding ultrasonics

Hygiene Mentor: How to carefully approach dental assistants about ultrasonic problem

Amber Auger, MPH, RDH

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Erosive lichen planus vs. erythematous candidiasis: How to spot the difference

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

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Instruments/Handpieces

4 tips for effective use of the 11/12 explorer

Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH

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Instruments/Handpieces

Ergonomic options for carpal tunnel syndrome in dental hygiene

Sarah Gilbert, BS, RDH

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Ask a pro: When will I stop feeling overwhelmed in the op?

Kimberly Augustus, BA, RDH

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Ergonomic options for neck and back pain in dental hygiene

Sarah Gilbert, BS, RDH

Hygiene proud from Crest

Congratulations on reaching a significant milestone in your dental hygiene career!

Beth Jordan, MS, RDH

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Patient Education

The latest oral health threat: Nicotine pouches

Alyssa Day, BSDH, RDH

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It’s time to educate patients about everything dental hygienists do!

Rochelle S. Thompson, BSDH, RDH

The influence of salivary proteins

The influence of salivary proteins

Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH