Pathology

dental hygienists should be aware of the various types of cancers

RDH Magazine Podcast

A talk with Andreina Sucre about squamous cell carcinomas and more

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

There is much to learn about cancers of the oral cavity. Andreina Sucre shares some great information with her peers to help chairside hygienists in their operatories.

NPS may be on the rise and early intervention is crucial for dental hygienists

Characteristics and treatment of necrotizing periodontal disease (NPD)

Amy Lemons, MEd, 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

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

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

Beyond oral squamous cell carcinoma: A spectrum of oral cavity malignancies

Beyond squamous cell carcinoma: A spectrum of oral cavity malignancies

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders

Dental hygiene and orofacial myofunctional therapy: Intersections and connections

Marcie Mickel, RDH

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A mom's quest to ease her son's oral pain during cancer treatment

Shelley Brown, MEd, BSDH, RDH

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CDC cuts jeopardize oral health prevention programs, ADHA warns

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Patient Education

Oropharyngeal cancer and the human papillomavirus: The importance of the HPV vaccine

Shannon McCharen, RDH

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Be aware of the tie that binds: A descriptive article of ankyloglossia or tongue-tie

Kaitlyn L. Sturgell, MHA, RDH, CDA

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The benefits of oral probiotics in periodontal treatment

Ella Peshkova, PhD, CRDH

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Oh, it’s only vitamins! The overlooked power of micronutrients in oral health

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

Trained dental hygienists can treat sleep problems in their patients,

Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders

The role of dental hygienists in identifying and treating airway dysfunction

Nerissa Boggan, BSDH, RDH, Cert BBM, AOMT-C

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Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

Dental hygienists and an interprofessional approach to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders

Whitney Foster, RDH

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Bulging, bulbous, and boggy gingiva: A sign of more than just periodontal issues?

Sherri Lukes, MS, RDH, FAADH

psychological implications of oral pathologies

The mind-mouth connection: Psychological implications of oral pathologies

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

Is rapamycin the next big breakthrough in periodontitis and oral cancer treatment?

Is rapamycin the next big breakthrough in periodontitis and oral cancer treatment?

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

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RDH Magazine Podcast

There are better options for sweeteners

Katie L. Pondolfino, BSDH, RDH, MAAL

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RDH Magazine Podcast

What do you see? Identifying and charting oral pathology

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

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The importance of properly recording oral pathologies for dental hygienists

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH