Patient Education

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Patient Education

Breaking bad oral habits: What RDHs need to know

Amelia Williamson DeStefano, MA

How to spot and support patients with habits like tongue chewing, lip sucking, and mouth breathing

dental hygienists can use these techniques to help patients accept dental treatment

Patient Education

The power of persuasion: 5 ways dental hygienists can increase treatment acceptance

Shelley Brown, MEd, BSDH, RDH

Knowing the major minerals can help you guide your dental patients toward better health

Patient Education

Do you know the major minerals? Major support for oral health

Breezy Briana Bonney, MS, BSDH, RDH

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Patient Education

The value of vitamin C for dental patients

Breezy Briana Bonney, MS, BSDH, RDH

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Clinical Tips: The benefits of disclosing solution

Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH

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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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Patient Education

The importance of B complex vitamins for oral health

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Patient Education

Cornerstone teeth: The foundation of oral health

Melissa Stair, BS, RDH

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Patient Education

Vaping and the brain: Exposing the hidden risks

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

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Patient Education

Tonsil stones: A comprehensive overview

Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH

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Patient Education

‘Tis the season! The impact of bubbly (champagne and prosecco) on oral health

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

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Patient Education

The advantages of discussing nutrition in the dental setting

Breezy Briana Bonney, MS, BSDH, RDH

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Patient Education

Unlocking the power of abiotics, prebiotics, probiotics, and beyond

Lacy Walker, BS, RDH, CDA, MAADH, FAAOSH,

Patient Education

Social selling the truth: The dental hygienist's role in closing the dental “curiosity gap” influenced by social media

Lisa Watson, BA, MClSc, RDH

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Patient Education

Counseling alcohol-dependent patients in the hygiene operatory

Eileen Morrissey, MS, RDH

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Patient Education

Depression and oral health: A comprehensive review

Amber Auger, MPH, RDH

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Sugar alcohols, natural sweeteners, and oral health: Part 1

Katie L. Pondolfino, BSDH, RDH, MAAL

Be aware what's in your medications and possible side effects.

Patient Education

Do you know what's in your medication?

Barbara Tritz, MSB, BSDATE, BRDH

Patient Education

Fad diets: Their impact on oral health

Melissa Alt, RDH

Patient Education

Ozempic: The “miracle” weight loss drug and its possible dental effects

Lindsey Billing, MEd, BS, RDH