Modern Hygienist

The new whitening strips have a patent-pending formula of natural ingredients.

Every hygienist has to start somewhere, right?

Giving patients something to relate to can help them to understand the importance of oral health.

Employers who hire based on vanity - and not experience - risk losing out on talented team members. 

Many patients are afraid of the dentist, but a good experience can go a long way to mitigating their phobias.

A team led by engineers has developed a more comprehensive way to detect gum disease.

The two new pastes are said to whiten and nourish teeth to repair weakened enamel.

Many patients are nervous about getting in the dental chair, but there are ways to make the experience less stressful for them.

With the introduction of Zephyr's MATRx Plus, patients and dentists will benefit from a more efficient approach to treating sleep apnea.

How the LANAP protocol aids in treating gum disease and reducing patients’ risk for developing other harmful diseases.

Getting CE credit doesn't have to be a headache with these great, unexpected sources of CE. Once a dentist graduates dental school, he or she might expect to throw the mortarboard into the air, slaps a shingle on an office door and never have to crack open another book. Well, not exactly.

Why one doctor prefers recommending this home monitoring system to detect airway and sleep issues.

The station is said to kill 99.9 percent of germs and bacteria via UV light.

The guide is designed to provide greater understanding of lesion activity and guidance in determining caries risk according to varying risk factors.

More than 40 abstracts were shared during the International PEEK Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Supersmile Extra White is clinically proven to whiten teeth up to nine shades by just brushing.

What will dentistry look like, and how will it operate, when it is integrated with primary care?

How new types of zirconia are enabling better esthetics and improved patient care.

Researchers in China have discovered that a nutrient in green tea may help treat tooth sensitivity-and prevent cavities in those patients.

One dentist’s take on this flavored fluoride varnish from Ultradent.

Speaking up about important issues and meeting with legislators can have a major impact on your patients’ oral health.

The scaler reportedly provides super-efficient removal of hard calculus and stains.

Why the Ketac Universal Aplicap Glass Ionomer Restorative from 3M is an excellent choice for pediatric dental procedures.

The varnish is designed for patients who may require a shorter treatment time.

These innovations are already making waves in the broader world-and someday soon, they’ll have huge implications for dentistry.

One dentist explains the benefits of using this bioactive sealant from Premier Dental Products.

The CPS Evaluation Team awarded these infection control products a 4-diamond rating.

 Breastfeeding has been shown to have numerous health benefits for babies. Breastmilk has an ideal mix of vitamins, protein and fat, and breastfeeding can protect babies against a variety of diseases and medical conditions, including diabetes, leukemia, respiratory tract infection, and childhood overweight and obesity, among others.

Pulp capping is not a new technique, but newer materials have paved the way to greater efficiency and value for both the clinician and the patient. What tips can dentists employ to achieve the most effective results? This eBook discusses how proper technique combined with new pulp capping materials can:

Graduation is just the beginning of your career, so follow these tips to help ensure success along the way. Once you graduate, you may wonder what it’s like in the real world. Questions will arise in the dental office that are not anticipated or taught in school curriculums; field experience may be the only answer.