Modern Hygienist

ADA Council on Scientific Affairs’ recommendations include appropriate, justified use of dental x-rays, and discontinuing use of lead abdominal aprons and thyroid collars.

A roundup of all the new dental product launches from the week of January 29 through February 2, 2024.

A recent study, sponsored by the Delta Dental Institute, highlights a substantial improvement in caregivers' attitudes toward providing oral hygiene care for individuals living with dementia through the utilization of a cutting-edge mobile app.

With a quick look at all of the newest dental product launches, Product Bites makes sure you don't miss the next innovation for your practice. This week's episode features 5 new products you won't want to miss. [5 minutes]

The SLATE Electric Flosser is a powerful device that has impressed evaluators and earned the Catapult Vote of Confidence.

A new sustainable home care option, this brush is based on 4 dozen prototypes.

This new oral rinse can assist dental professionals who are treating patients with a variety of different procedures, mitigating pain through its unique alcohol-free formula.

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.

All the latest dental product launches from the week of January 22 through January 26, 2024.

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

Product Bites makes sure you don't miss the next innovation for your practice. This week's Product Bites podcast features new launches from EDS, Sikka.ai, Vyne, Dental Xchange, Centrix, and Solutionreach. [4 minutes]

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.

This new ergonomic retractor is designed with feedback from clinicians, providing a range of benefits to make treatment more effective.

New offering from dental startup designed to directly address biofilm, stain, inflammation, and to change how dentists and hygienists prevent oral diseases.

Popular trend lacks scientific backing and has potential to cause potentially harmful side effects.

Following the successful attainment of the final stage FDA Pre-Market Approval (PMA), the company plans to roll out new device at Yankee Dental Meeting.

This platform from Teeth Talk Girl will offer users unique oral health plans, personalizing care based on the user’s requirements and personal preferences.

A roundup of all the new dental product releases from January 15 through January 19, 2024.

Product Bites makes sure you don't miss the next innovation for your practice. This week's Product Bites podcast features new launches from Adravision, Formlabs, Owandy Radiology, Henry Schein Orthodontics, Dental Creations, and Dental Blue Box. [5 Minutes]

A new desensitizer from Centrix is said to provide an effective and efficient hypersensitivity solution for clinicians to incorporate in their restorative workflow.

A new initiative from Delta Dental and The American Heart Association aims to deliver integrated care and education on heart and oral health.

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.

All the latest dental product launches from the week of January 8 through January 12, 2024.

This new portable dental unit it designed with a variety of features, including a true high-volume evacuation system, to enable effective mobile dentistry.

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.

Although regular cleanings and follow-up care are critical for patients in maintaining oral health, it is equally important for dental professionals to encourage a proper oral care routine at home. The number of at-home oral care options might overwhelm patients, so dental professionals should have recommendations for a variety of patient situations. Here we look at the top 5 home care products from the past year.

Industry experts share their predictions for what lies ahead for the dental industry this year, with artificial intelligence, digital dentistry, additive manufacturing, and preventive care all at the forefront.

A dental practice is powered by individuals, technology, and equipment, as well as small, yet impactful instruments. Without these small instruments, it would be impossible or at least very difficult to take care of patients in a timely, safe manner. That is why innovations in dental instruments are vital to the ecosystem of the industry, and why it is always important to highlight new advancements in rotary and hand instruments. 2023 was a great year for dental instruments, bringing about new burs, scalers and curettes, forceps, and kits designed to assist in delivering optimal patient care and improving the way clinicians perform procedures. Here are the top 5 new dental instruments of 2023.