Patient Care

"The Geriatric Toothfairy" discusses the importance of geriatric oral care in mobile dentistry and long-term care facilities following her Dental Products Report Product Showcase Center presentation at GNDM24. [1.5 minutes]

Here’s a look at the history of technology adoption and the benefits gained by the first dental hygiene school, its students, and dental patients.

A look at the evolution of minimally invasive dentistry, and the products, technologies, and techniques behind it.

The company’s new Oral Relief Kitz offering alleviates common discomforts experienced by orthodontic patients.

Join the Sanders sisters and Dr Chris Manasseh as they discuss chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and how this disease might present and affect dental patients.

Henry Schein has made nearly 23,000 hygiene kits with mouth rinse, toothpaste, and more, to provide to families in need.

MouthWatch’s virtual-first dental care solution partners with Oregon DSO to help patients stay healthy and reduce emergency room visits.

A bite-sized look at all the latest dental product launches. This week's episode features products from Beaverstate Dental Systems and CariFree. [2 minutes]

A new report from the CareQuest Institute shows that adults with ADHD are more likely to experience poor oral health, with higher rates of dental anxiety, delayed dental visits, and emergency room visits for dental issues compared to adults without ADHD.

Septodont and Premier are partnering to distribute the BufferPro buffering solution for optimized pain management for patients.

Join Masterminders, Rick Adelstein, DDS, Debbie Zaller, RDH, Shelley Brown, RDH, Steve Marsh, DDS, and host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, as they follow up on last month's discussion on how to handle both positive and negative Google reviews. [31 minutes]

The collaboration is expected to help dental schools and care providers deliver more efficient care while enhancing patient satisfaction, per the press release.

National Dental Hygiene Month, which comes around each October, is a collaboration between the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and Colgate.

Electric toothbrushes have years of research and tried and true technology behind them, making them a great option for dental patients.

America’s ToothFairy will celebrate National Dental Hygiene month with new My Smile Matters campaign, recognizing the importance of good oral health for children.

In the first installment of "Perio Power for the Hygienist", the author explores the genetic underpinnings, preventive strategies, and innovative treatments for peri-implant diseases in modern periodontology.

This smartphone tool harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to analyze user-taken photos and provide valuable and actionable dental insights.

Join the Sanders sisters and expert Anne O Rice, RDH, as they discuss this debilitating and life-changing disease, and how to approach patients and their needs with care.

Dr Chan's journey into animal-assisted therapy began when she and her Golden Retrievers joined a pioneering program at UCLA Medical Center, where they helped lower patients' stress levels. Now integrated into her dental practice, these therapy dogs provide calming support to patients.

We explore the challenges of getting patients in the chair for necessary care and how to overcome them. We also look into how to ensure patients care more about their role in essential care for their oral health.

Solventum has introduced 3M Clinpro Clear Fluoride Treatment, a new water-based formula that aims for smoother application and a more comfortable patient experience.

The Aqua Flosser by Aquasonic aims to offer a more effective and quicker alternative to traditional flossing, using water jets and a 360-degree rotary tip to clean hard-to-reach areas and massage gums

Health Plan of San Mateo has partnered with Dentistry.One to provide virtual dental care to 150,000 Medi-Cal and dual eligible members, enhancing access to dental services in the county.

Join Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, Jean Ocasio, John Flucke, DDS, and Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH, as they discuss their methods on conflict resolution in the dental practice and how to navigate these tricky situations. [34 minutes]

This donation aims to help dental students provide better care to underserved patient populations in North Carolina.

Join the Sanders sisters and immunization expert Lancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS, as they discuss immunizations in dental practices and how to navigate potentially tricky conversations.

These toothbrushes harness the power of artificial intelligence to tell the user when they’re brushing too hard or too fast as well as if they've missed an area, enabling better home care.

Military veterans have specific mental and oral health needs that clinicians should consider when employing care. United States Air Force veteran and dentist Jere Gillan, DMD, provides insight on this topic.

Weave has launched Healthcare Heroes, a grant program to recognize and support health care practitioners making significant community contributions, with dental hygienist Sonya Dunbar, known as the Geriatric Toothfairy, as its first grant recipient.

This new fluoride- and hydrogen peroxide-free toothpaste from Optivida aims for gentle, effective whitening that repairs and protects enamel.