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Leading Educator Discusses Calculus
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Leading Clinician and Educator, Annie Walters, MSDH, RDH reviews calculus removal. She discusses quick and easy techniques to help hygienists and patients. As an expert practitioner...
March 3, 2026
New Waterpik™ Promax™ debuts at CMW 2026
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At Chicago Midwinter, Amanda Hill, RDH, BS shares what makes the new Waterpik™ Promax™ water flosser extraordinary. Powered by SMARTADVANCE™ mode, PROMAX advances patients to ...
March 3, 2026
Meet Quantium™: A Smarter Composite
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In this video, Dr. Nunez explains what defines a universal composite, the features clinicians value most, and what makes Quantium™ different. He also discusses clinical performance...
March 3, 2026
TheraBreath launches new Toothpaste Line at Chicago Mid-Winter Meeting
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Get the inside scoop about TheraBreath's New Toothpaste Line from hygienist Ashleigh, one of TheraBreath's professional educators. She gives us everything we need to know and ...
March 3, 2026

Patient Care

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly entering dental hygiene practice, prompting both interest and concern among clinicians about its clinical and ethical implications. This article...
July 20, 2026
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Oral myofunctional therapy is gaining attention as a supportive treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Learn how AHI scores, airway-focused exercises, and dental hygienists can...
July 20, 2026
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Protocols and clinical guidelines are essential, but they can’t explain why two patients with the same diagnosis often have very different outcomes. This article explores how ...
July 19, 2026
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RDH Magazine Podcast
Tom Viola, RPh, CCP, joins Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston as he talks about his passion for pharmacology and what you’ll learn in his course at RDH Under One Roof.
July 7, 2026

Ergonomics

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A Tale of Two Hygienists
Emily Boge joins Jessica Atkinson and David Torres for a frank conversation about hand instrumentation, ultrasonics, assessment, calibration, and why “thorough” should never mean...
June 10, 2026
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Early orthodontic problems are hiding in plain sight, and dental hygienists hold the key. Learn how to spot the signs, counsel families with confidence, and become the bridge ...
May 1, 2026
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Sensory processing differences affect how patients experience the dental environment. Learn how small adjustments in communication, environment, and pacing can improve comfort...
April 8, 2026
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Behind every periodontal and preventive care visit is a set of instruments and technologies that can either elevate clinical outcomes or compromise them—especially for early-career...
April 7, 2026

Infection Control

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This article explores how glove retrieval methods, dispenser placement, and emerging packaging designs may help strengthen operatory asepsis as practices refine their infection...
June 10, 2026
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Learn how rapid room turnover impacts infection control, highlighting key areas such as item reuse, sterilization protocols, and waterline testing to prevent cross-contamination...
Jan. 28, 2026
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HuFriedy Instrument Casettes
Implementing dental instrument cassettes can elevate safety, efficiency, and patient trust. See how one hygienist’s journey shows the lasting impact on workflow and clinical excellence...
Oct. 6, 2025
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Whooping cough is on the rise in the US. Here's what health-care workers can do to prevent and treat it.
Whooping cough cases are rising sharply in the US—making prevention, vaccination, and precautions critical.
Sept. 17, 2025

Pathology

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Could the future of periodontal therapy involve disarming pathogens rather than simply killing them? Early research on gigantol suggests a possible antivirulence strategy against...
July 17, 2026
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A nonhealing oral ulcer in a transplant patient may signal more than trauma. Understanding herpesvirus reactivation, immunosuppression, and atypical lesion patterns can help dental...
June 13, 2026
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AI-powered radiographic analysis is reshaping periodontal diagnosis by improving early detection, enhancing accuracy in clinical attachment level assessment, and supporting more...
June 10, 2026
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Filifactor alocis is emerging as a key driver of periodontal disease, contributing to biofilm resilience, immune disruption, and increased disease severity—while raising new questions...
June 10, 2026

Career & Profession

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One dentist’s candid admission that they routinely skipped their own hygiene appointments begets a larger lesson about one of the most important—and often underestimated—relationships...
July 20, 2026
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Mobile dental hygiene is transforming access to care for underserved patients. Learn how independent practice models, portable services, and the RDHAP pathway are empowering hygienists...
July 13, 2026
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Successful home oral care for individuals with sensory, behavioral, or complex needs depends on understanding the patient's experience. The article offers five behavior-informed...
July 1, 2026
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New dental hygienists often feel pressure to say yes to everything—but failing to set professional boundaries can lead to stress, burnout, and even ethical risks. This article...
June 30, 2026

Learning Resources

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Join our webinar to explore glove materials, allergy mitigation, and ergonomic design strategies that enhance safety and performance. Register now to elevate your PPE expertise...
March 6, 2026
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Don’t wait for a compliance shock—learn how to keep your dental unit waterlines safe and spotless in this free e-book.
Aug. 26, 2025
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Download this e-book with exclusive content to help ensure your dental team is following the latest in IC best practices.
Dec. 20, 2024
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Download this exclusive e-book for a deep dive into the benefits of hydroxyapatite with DH expert Anne O. Rice.
Dec. 19, 2024