Tracy Ross, MEd, RDH, explores the nature of the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), revealing some of its diseases, outlining the relation to periodontal and oral conditions, and discussing...
The outdated model of today's dentistry is rooted in professional dependency and cloaked in the language of supervision. Its sole purpose lies in gatekeeping and financial control...
AI empowers dental hygienists to be more accurate, efficient, and patient-focused. Embracing dental AI doesn’t mean losing the human touch. It means amplifying your skills.
Approximately 3 million people currently have dental implants, with an estimated 500,000 each year being placed in the US. As such, it is important that dental hygienists be familiar...
Anne O. Rice analyzes the array of virulence factors of P. aeruginosa, the challenges associated with its detection, the increasing concerns regarding antibiotic resistance, and...
Clinicians and hygienists are more prone to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) due to their intricate work with their hands. Prevent MSDs instead of treating them with these essential...
From iron’s oxygen-carrying power to fluoride’s defense of your teeth, discover how the often-overlooked "minor" nutrients are essential for everything from metabolism to oral...
The practice model of RDHAPs addresses two pressing concerns in dentistry: improving access to care, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered services.