Volume 43, Issue 6 (July 2023)

This hygienist and business coach has witnessed dentists cutting their hygiene departments due to too many demands from their hygienists, and says it's time to take a close look...

Hygienists have a responsibility to their patients to screen, educate, and offer recommendations for prevention of HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer. This includes the effectiveness...

Dental practices must keep a close eye on bacterial levels in dental unit waterlines. Melissa Van Witzenburg, RDH, explains the importance of the often-overlooked DUWLs and the...

Buying that perfect pair of loupes is an important process. Here's what to ask and how to find just the right pair to make practice optimal.

Person-centered care leads to good health outcomes. Dental pros who practice it recommend it, and patients appreciate caregivers who understand them.

Dental abscesses can be serious. Any kind of abscess is cause for careful consideration, possible treatment, and concern. Here is a breakdown of the various types and their systemic...