Lynne H. Slim, RDH, MS

It's important to find objective, evidence-based science before determining whether to use preprocedural rinses in practice.

The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to reassess our lives, presenting unprecedented change. But continuous learning and personal aspirations can lead to new opportunities.

Reach out with simple acts of reassurance to help those suffering from unexpected conditions like anxiety and depression that can sometimes accompany COVID-19.

Considering the exponential growth of information on any given subject, clinicians will discover that evidence-based practice gets easier. However, there are countless, low-quality studies and reviews online that confuse readers and should be avoided.

Take a look at some of the research on ways to prevent the airborne spread of the COVID-19.

It’s essential for the industry to work with health departments and professional associations to make sure we are slowing the spread of COVID-19 in dental practices.

What steps should be taken if a hygienist tests positive for COVID-19?

Dental hygienists who demand change so they can do their jobs better value themselves and should be rewarded for their persistence and tenacity, especially now.

Patients with underlying health conditions who contract COVID-19 are more likely to suffer more adverse outcomes or be hospitalized. What steps can practices take to treat these patients?

Dental practices tend to focus on the economic realities of the practice. However, post-pandemic, practices might also begin to focus on patient-centered outcomes like consistency of care, interaction with staff, and infection control.

As solid organ transplant recipients live longer, healthier, and active lives, their oral health care remains a priority.

Ethical patient care decisions must always come first before commerce and perhaps we need to review professional integrity as it relates to the delivery of certain periodontal procedures in a general dental practice.

Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA) has been around since it was introduced in early 2001. Even though the caries paradigm shifted from a surgical to a medical approach, some practitioners are still spitting out the same tired recommendations.

As vaping becomes more and more popular among teens, oral-health repercussions are growing.

Get to know CBD, hemp, cannabis and their related compounds to understand this growing segment of the wellness market.

Scientific advances and instrument efficiency are changing the way hygienists provide care.

Why clinicians must always consider the needs of individual patients and supporting research when selecting a protocol.

How you can change a patient’s mindset to improve overall outcomes.

It’s not always easy to explain microbial dysbiosis and inflammation, so here are some strategies for talking about these concepts with your patients.

Why you should be skeptical of attention-grabbing headlines.

With so many options on the market, it’s important to apply scientific principles when evaluating products.

It's up to the dentist and dental hygienist to determine each patient's periodontal status at the time of visit.

Whole-body wellness is increasingly becoming a priority for patients. Here’s what dental professionals need to know about the link between periodontitis and diabetes.

Stable oral health can be a critical preventive measure against drug-induced osteonecrosis of the jaws.

With more hygienists using patient-centered approaches, is it time for you to add compassionate touch to your clinical practice?

The new proceedings may appear confusing, but becoming familiar with them will lead to skillful dental hygiene decision-making.

From fixing gummy smiles to concerns about gum recession, more dental patients are requesting periodontal plastic surgery for esthetic and functional purposes.