Modern Hygienist

When it comes to animals, there are many sizes and shapes of teeth. Here's a look at just a few of the many types as well as some interesting facts associated with animal teeth.

My dentist and his team have gone above and beyond to offer exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

New leadership, same goals for organization of committed and passionate oral health specialists.

The ErgoFinger disposable finger-attached HVE Tip permits ergonomic working postures to avoid stress-producing positions and helps reduce aerosols during procedures.

A look at many of the recently announced products in the dental industry.

What can and should be done with a laser in the hygiene operatory, and the benefits of incorporating this technology.

How diagnostics and preventive measures are fueling periodontal treatment acceptance among patients.

The new DLOSCE exam is designed to test a candidate's clinical judgment and skill.

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

Two products developed with the support of orthodontists and dentists designed to be cost-effective options for the growing population in clear retainers and aligner treatment.

Is money the elephant in your room? It’s important to talk dollars, incentives and the risks of upselling with your staff.

In honor of Presidents’ Day, we take a look at 10 interesting presidential dental stories. Some of these deal with smiles while others deal with early cases of oral health problems and some original attempts to provide dental care.

Direct access dental hygienists are gaining momentum, but they still face challenges.

Purdue Pharma’s Avrio Health division announced its newest product, an oral rinse for preprocedural antiseptic use.

Handling political differences with colleagues can be difficult, but is made easier when starting from a place of compassion and empathy.

The webinar series will feature presenter and Maureen Munnelly Perry, DDS, MPA with unique topics covered in February, March, and April.

We all need a hand at times and it’s important to seek help and to realize you’re not alone during difficult times.

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

ACTEON worked closely with clinicians to create more ergonomic hand instruments.

New organization promotes inter-professional collaboration and considers the integration of oral health throughout the healthcare infrastructure as essential for a healthier nation.

Dental school prepares new dentists for many challenges ahead, but there are still plenty of important lessons to learn on the job.

Research shows microbes on your toothbrush match microbes inside your mouth no matter where toothbrush is stored.

The why, what, and how of preprocedural rinses to reduce infection risks in the dental practice.

It’s pretty obvious that most people are aware that sugary, sticky candies are bad for your teeth and that carbonated beverages also can cause damage to your teeth. But there are some foods and drinks that are bad for your oral health that may be a surprise to you. These troublesome foods include some types of fruit—often thought of as healthy choices—and a staple for sandwiches and toast, bread, that on the surface seems harmless to your teeth. So here’s a look at 5 foods that may surprise your patients by making the naughty list when it comes to harming their teeth

Device offers unique way to clean, store, and protect all types of removable dental appliances and dentures.

Using patent-pending microsphere technology, Zen CP+ delivers nano-sized minerals to the tooth surface.

The Sonicare line's newest entry features SenseIQ technology that is designed to offer users a personalized experience.

A manufacturing change allows the company to produce the same high quality interdental brushes with less environmental impact.

Host Lisa Newburger is joined by John Flucke, DDS; Tina Clarke, RDH; Jeff Rohde, DDS; and Teri Linehan, RDA, for a discussion about creating an environment in a dental practice where every member of the team feels respected and valued.