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    Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

    Beyond the night guard: New-age injectables for TMDs

    Dec. 2, 2018
    Depending on the cause of your patients’ pain, and if they are good candidates, consider botulinum toxin injectables for TMDs as an alternative therapeutic solution to night guards...
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    Patient Care

    Fordyce granules: Normal or abnormal structures?

    Fordyce granules, also called Fordyce spots, are variants of normal anatomy that, on occasion, cause benign areas of the body to change in color, size, or shape.
    Personal Wellness

    Is periodontitis contagious?

    Dec. 2, 2018
    Even though many people do not consider periodontitis to be contagious, there is evidence to support the fact that people who are more susceptible might actually develop periodontitis...
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    Patient Care

    Continuity of care: I matter, you matter, and that’s why I’m involved in your life

    Dec. 2, 2018
    Lisa Nelson Mergens recounts her personal story of the significance of patient relationships and explains how other dental hygienists can play a significant role in the lives ...
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    Radiology

    What are the cell phone policies in your dental office?

    Dec. 2, 2018
    Cell phones are here to stay. Does your office allow them during work hours? They can be helpful in many situations, but each office should have rules in place so that all staff...

    More content from Volume 38, Issue 12

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    Ergonomics

    Use caution when ordering ergonomic products online

    Ordering online is convenient, but when it comes to ergonomics, there could be a cost to your health. Anne Guignon, RDH, has this advice for dental hygienists.
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    Periodontitis

    Proud of My Op: Working on an accelerated schedule and loving every minute

    Dec. 2, 2018
    Amanda Apple, LDH, BGS, has experienced a lot of change in her career in the past several months—she went from being a practice’s only hygienist to having a colleague and practicing...
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    Public Health

    RDH Editorial Advisory Board member profile: Staci Violante, MSDH, RDH

    Dec. 2, 2018
    We ask Staci three questions about her career path and the future of dental hygiene
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    Personal Wellness

    Alternatives to dental opioids

    Dec. 1, 2018
    More and more dental professionals—and patients—are looking for dental opioid alternatives. The good news is that there are many choices that work just as well or even better ...
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    Personal Wellness

    Is it an aphthous ulcer or lip cancer?

    Dec. 1, 2018
    As oral care providers, it’s important for dental hygienists to recognize the signs and symptoms of aphthous ulcers and lip cancer. There are distinct differences, and knowing...
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    Patient Care

    The medically challenging patient needs compassion and education: A case study

    Dec. 1, 2018
    Jamie Collins, RDH, recently had the honor of treating a medically challenging patient whose autoimmune disorders and multiple risk factors complicated her dental care considerably...
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    Patient Care

    Breaking down the new 2017 periodontal classification system

    Dec. 1, 2018
    Jessica Raymond-Allbritten, BASDH, CRDH, breaks down the new 2017 periodontal classification system and defines each category. She explains how the new system allows clinicians...
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    Personal Wellness

    Vertigo: It isn’t just a movie title

    Dec. 1, 2018
    We all have patients who dislike reclining in the dental chair. But not all of them are difficult or resistant. Some patients may experience benign paroxysmal positional vertigo...
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    Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

    Passing the baton: The value of a stellar handoff

    Dec. 1, 2018
    Learn the benefits of a good handoff and how to implement this important patient communication tool in your dental practice.