Modern Hygienist

Home oral health care grew in importance as the coronavirus 2019 disease pandemic made access to dental care more difficult.

Dr. Collins has announced FDA approval of its BioMin Restore Plus toothpaste for hypersensitivity.

Due to potential bacterial contamination, the company is voluntarily recalling a larger batch of its prescription oral rinse.

In this month’s product roundup we present some of the industry's best intraoral cameras.

Dental sleep medicine is a field many practices are taking on for its patient care and practice-building opportunities. We spoke to experts in the area to get insight into how to build a successful sleep practice.

This wearable HVE tip allows for a more ergonomic, convenient workflow, especially for professionals working without an assistant.

A look at some of the recently announced products from the dental industry.

This health rinse comes in 2 bottles to create chlorine dioxide with each mix, which also is designed to maximize benefits.

With hard work, a good plan and a strong mentor, you can find the right path to make an impact in the dental industry.

Enjoy the virtual holidays with these 10 fun activities while you create new memories.

Reach out with simple acts of reassurance to help those suffering from unexpected conditions like anxiety and depression that can sometimes accompany COVID-19.

Best practices for safety for dental practices and patients, especially in light of COVID.

The event includes CE credit and is scheduled for January 22.

A little ingenuity and adhering to guidelines can keep your family and patients safe this holiday season.

Considering the exponential growth of information on any given subject, clinicians will discover that evidence-based practice gets easier. However, there are countless, low-quality studies and reviews online that confuse readers and should be avoided.

Featuring the most recommended dental products across more than a dozen categories, here are the results of the 2021 Dental Products Report OTC Guide

OralProCare.com provides consumer access to several unique at-home oral health care products including the Rotadent ProCare power toothbrush and Perio Restore oral cleansing gel.

Transitioning to a contactless patient experience provides increased patient satisfaction, improved efficiency for your dental practice, and reduced risk of COVID-19 exposure.

Announcing the #1 most recommended brands in 13 categories of over-the-counter oral care products.

The announcement is part of Procter & Gamble's commitment to achieving 100% recyclable packaging by 2030.

The editors of Dental Products Report share another look at 5 of the most innovative products launched in the past year.

From selling direct to setting up an online store to taking advantage of manufacturer platforms, your practice could take your professional opinion about over-the-counter dental products and turn it into revenue for your bottom line.

The editors of Dental Products Report share another look at 5 of the most impactful home care products from the past year.

Knowing what oral health products are available over the counter can optimize your patients’ home care.

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While it’s easy to reflect on all the turmoil that the coronavirus 2019 disease (COVID-19) brought to us personally and professionally, it’s important—especially at this time of year—to count our blessings. Even during difficult times, we all have things to be thankful for. Take a quick peek at just 5 things the dental industry has to be thankful for, some of which are constants and some of which came out of 2020, a year that will always be synonymous with a pandemic.

The Thanksgiving lessons that we should take from 2020 (yes, 2020).

Research from Colgate finds several of the companies products can neutralize 99.9% of the virus that causes COVID-19.

Maintaining a healthy weight is important, even in the midst of a pandemic.

Although the first U.S. dental corps wasn’t established until the early 20th century, the military has a long history of dental service members. Prior to World War I, most servicemembers received dental care from civilians and had to pay for the care themselves. It wasn’t until the Civil War and the Spanish-American War that the need for oral healthcare for soldiers became apparent. To commemorate Veteran’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of some interesting facts about the history of dentistry in the military.