Modern Hygienist

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

CEO and co-founder of Intiveo shares his thoughts on what the dental industry can expect in the new year.

Taking a few moments to think about all the things worth being grateful for right now can help put a challenging year in perspective.

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

The GNYDM returns next week at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, with the Exhibit Hall Open Dec. 1-4.

The historic 160th Midwinter Meeting returns to Chicago, Feb. 20-22, 2025, at McCormick Place West.

All the latest product launches from the week of November 11-15, 2024.

Designs for Vision’s system can differentiate between active and arrested carries, can detect mature biofilm, and detects peri-implantitis.

The newest addition to the company’s sterilizer lineup, available exclusively in the US and Canada, is this Class B rapid sterilizer designed for busy practices.

The AntiSplatr® Flex Slim and AntiSplatr® Flex Ergo Slim disposable prophy angles are equipped with new features designed to enhance polishing.

All the latest product launches from the week of November 4-8, 2024.

At DS World 24, Floss & Flip Flops host and dental hygiene expert Katrina Sanders, RDH, discusses what is most exciting on the horizon for dentistry. [1 minute]

The new company’s innovations include the IrriGUIDE™ adapter for irrigating implant surgical guides, and The AutoFlosser™ flossing solution.

Look to recharge and build resilience each day by starting grounded and ready to care for both our patients and ourselves.

OraclePI, is described as the only early diagnostic test for peri-implant disease; it is designed to deliver a disease diagnosis and personalized care plan.

All the latest product launches from the week of October 28 - November 1, 2024.

The compact, portable device is easy to carry and use anywhere while providing detailed x-ray images for accurate analysis.

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.

The new toothpaste features organic propolis, a natural honeybee product known for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, and is said to reduce the risk of cavities, gum sensitivity, and plaque build-up.

The 2 companies with a long history of innovation will work together to produce clinically differentiated dental products with global manufacturing capabilities.

“The DentSquad” is helping the DTA Foundation promote the importance of oral health this year.

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.

This week the American Academy of Periodontology convenes in San Diego, so it’s a great time to reflect on the importance of fighting periodontal disease.

In the second installment of "Perio Power for the Hygienist", we have a comprehensive review of Jennifer Hirsch Doobrow, DMD, and Katrina Sanders' lecture on modern periodontology.

All the latest product launches from the week of October 21-25, 2024.

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]

The dental hygiene company also offers a fluoride-free whitening toothpaste.

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.

This time of year we make sure to promote the amazing work of dental hygienists.