Professional Development

This program aims to educate and provide care for underserved children across the United States, and its annual kickoff event will take place at Howard University College of Dentistry.

New continuing education webinars covering a range of infection control and safety topics are now available from the Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention at no cost.

Building a professional network in dental hygiene helps mitigate and reduce workplace stress while also providing a strong foundation for clinical improvement.

This 2-day event will take place in Dallas, Texas, and aims to bring together teledentistry experts to advance the quality of care in mobile dentistry.

Reimagining the role and scope of the work done by dental hygienists.

In this follow up piece to “The Scaling Assistant,” we take a look at the complicated laws behind scaling assistants, and how to ensure your patients receive the best care possible.

Dental Products Report editor Kellie Nock had a 1-on-1 discussion with Dr Lewis on what to look forward to at the Chicago Dental Society’s 2024 Midwinter Meeting.

Join the Sanders sisters and Dr Andrea Merrill as they discuss all things thyroid, including what to watch out for for both dental and medical professionals with this tricky part of the human body.

While striving for a fulfilling and sustainable career in dental hygiene, it’s critical to adopt daily habits that prioritize holistic well-being.

Dentistry can be physically taxing on our bodies. Here we dive into different ways to truly reduce some of that stress on muscles and minds.

How ergonomic loupes and a wireless headlight helped a high-performing hygienist reach new heights and teach best practices.

This new initiative will provide educational resources for dental hygienists wishing to expand their knowledge on all things periodontal.

This rebrand from TempMee to GoTu aims to reaffirm a commitment to matching clinicians with the dental practices they deserve.

It can be trying, but sometimes we really need to listen to our patients and do the best we can to help them, even if it’s not solely a dental problem.

Company launches first of its kind comprehensive PPO health insurance plan to assist temporary hygienists, dental assistants and others who are part of the dental staffing platform.

As the dental industry grapples with the technological advancement of artificial intelligence, dental practice insight expert Sami Jo Strickland discusses the impact it could have on dental hygiene.

How one hygienist is changing her approach to combating biofilm build-up in her patients.

Join Mastermind host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, as she and recent dental grads Melanie Adelstein, DMD, Cara Murthy DMD, Brad Weprin DMD, Tom Rodriguez Periodontics Resident, and Casey Chanatry, DMD, discuss post-grad dental life. [37 minutes]

Leading dental solutions provider, Ivoclar, continues its commitment to education and professional development.

One hygienist paid the price but still feels she did the right thing in her situation.

Dental hygienists who take steps in their daily routines can mitigate stress, improve patient relationships, and elevate their overall performance.

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and Henry Schein plans to use the time to promote the amazing work of dental hygienists.

Join the Sanders Sisters and Dr Anna Kay Thompson as they learn about the burning questions the medical community is not asking about oral health. Learn about all of the ways they are celebrating the good work of dental hygienists in their quest for whole-body health.

The first part in a 2 part series. The authors take a look at the history of “scaling assistants” and rules that impact what they can and can not do in dental practice.

This year’s Denobi Awards will have a brand new award to give out––the Speaking Consulting Network Rising Star Award, meant to recognize new dental talent and leadership.

Taking a look at all the latest trends and opportunities in dental hygiene education.

This new campaign will help recent dental students and graduates better understand just what dental service organizations are, and if these groups would be a good fit for their future career path.

New courses and webinars will cover all things digital dentistry, including artificial intelligence and clear aligner therapies.

Join Mastermind host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, as she and John Flucke, DDS, Kevin Henry, Sima Yakoby Epstein, DMD, Sarah Suttles, EFDA, and Bethany Sugar, CDA, discuss the best ways to retain good dental staff. [30 minutes]