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Read the survey results about dental hygienists and implant maintenance.
Survey reveals shifting trends in implant maintenance, from declining plastic scaler use to rising titanium adoption—highlighting education’s vital role in clinical choices.
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The implant market is growing and dental hygienists are getting better at maintaining them.
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Dental professionals can learn to recognize the signs of OSA in their patients and offer early intervention.
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GUM/RDH Award of Distinction: Kandice Swarthout
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Find out why Kandice Swarthout is honored to be selected for the 2025 GUM/RDH Award of Distinction.
Oct. 1, 2025
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Hear what being given the Award of Distinction means to Sarah Hoerler, who received the honor in the full-time clinician category.
Sept. 24, 2025
SuperMouth products for every age and need
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SuperMouth founder Kami Hoss tells Dr. Pam Maragliano what sets SuperMouth apart from other dental products: they're curated for all ages and stages of oral health needs.
Sept. 10, 2025
Micro Ergo Elite Loupes from Enova
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Join Annie Walters as she discusses these new ergonomic loupes from Enova. They meet the guidelines for keeping your head upright during treatment to prevent MSDs.
Sept. 10, 2025

Patient Care

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Clinical attachment level versus clinical attachment loss—what’s the difference? Discover why this distinction is vital for accurate periodontal diagnosis, staging, and treatment...
Oct. 7, 2025
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Powder streaming with air polishing devices is redefining biofilm management. Discover how advanced powders like glycine and tagatose support safer, more effective periodontal...
Oct. 7, 2025
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Sealants have proven effective at preventing tooth decay in children.
As fluoride faces growing scrutiny, dental sealants are more critical than ever to protect children from cavities, reduce school absences, and support healthier futures.
Oct. 1, 2025
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Dental practices and patients can benefit from the use of diode lasers in dentistry.
Dental hygienists play a critical role in advancing nonsurgical periodontal therapy. Diode laser therapy enhances patient outcomes, supports healing, and expands clinical care...
Sept. 24, 2025

Ergonomics

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Think about a hands-free device that’s attached to your suction and inserted into the patient's mouth.
Protect your career and health. Hands-free suction devices improve ergonomics, reduce strain, prevent injuries, and extend the careers of dental hygienists.
Sept. 12, 2025
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Pain does not have to be a given in the dental op. Ergonomic solutions are available.
Protect your health! Here are small ergonomic changes that can prevent pain, injuries, and wasted time from repetitive reaching and twisting.
Sept. 9, 2025
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Dental stools
Your chair might be giving you a musculoskeletal disorder, but you don't have to sit there and take it. Here's how to find the right dental hygiene chair and keep your body in...
Aug. 18, 2025
ergonomic tips for using a mirror in dental hygiene
Ergonomics expert Stephanie Botts says new hygiene graduates should master indirect vision early. It protects your posture, prevents pain, and sets you up for a long and healthy...
July 21, 2025

Infection Control

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Implementing dental instrument cassettes can elevate safety, efficiency, and patient trust. See how one hygienist’s journey shows the lasting impact on workflow and clinical excellence...
Oct. 6, 2025
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Whooping cough is on the rise in the US. Here's what health-care workers can do to prevent and treat it.
Whooping cough cases are rising sharply in the US—making prevention, vaccination, and precautions critical.
Sept. 17, 2025
September is Dental Infection Control Awareness Month.
The Association for Dental Safety launches DICAM 2025 with weekly infection prevention topics, toolkits, and Ask ADS to elevate dental safety for teams and patients.
Aug. 13, 2025
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The more you know about how to keep your ultrasonic cleaner running at its best, the better off your practice will be. Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, outlines five must-dos to make...
Aug. 11, 2025

Pathology

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Crystal structure of human collagenase-3 (MMP-13)
Collagenases link oral health to systemic disease. Explore how MMP activity drives periodontal destruction, influences cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological conditions, ...
Oct. 6, 2025
Eikenella corrodens (Ec) if often harmless but can cause trouble when the mucosal barrier is broken, or the host’s immune system is weakened.
Eikenella corrodens is usually a quiet oral resident, but under the right conditions it shifts from harmless commensal to dangerous opportunistic pathogen.
Sept. 11, 2025
Myra Nikitas, RDH, CPHDH, left, and Mary Duquette, BS, RDH, CPHDH, are the founders of Traveling Tooth Fairies.
Traveling Tooth Fairies bring free dental care to New Hampshire schools, helping kids overcome barriers to oral health with preventive treatments and education.
Sept. 3, 2025
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Postbiotics against the pathobionts: A new chapter
As a new frontier in preventive dentistry, postbiotics are poised to become a cornerstone of functional, microbiome-focused oral care. Their safety, stability, and ability to ...
Aug. 18, 2025

Career & Profession

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It takes time to settle into a new job after graduating from dental hygiene school. Give yourself grace.
Starting your first dental hygiene job can feel overwhelming—but it’s completely normal. Here’s how to ease new grad anxiety, find support, and build lasting confidence.
Oct. 7, 2025
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Are you ready for your dental hygiene board exams? If you're already practicing, do you remember what you learned? Take the Dental Hygiene Seminars quizzes and find out.
Sept. 23, 2025
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Elly Quinn enjoys both teaching and clinical hygiene. She feels the balance works well for her and she encourages her peers to find what's right for them.
Sept. 11, 2025
There are a few essentials dental hygienists can take with them to temp positions.
Starting your dental hygiene career with temping? Here's what to pack in your temp bag—from must-have tools to comfort essentials—for stress-free success.
Sept. 9, 2025

Learning Resources

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 Your hand instruments shape your care—are they helping or holding you back? RDH magazine brings you a practical, evidence-based guide to smarter hand instrumentation...
June 16, 2025
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Download this e-book with exclusive content to help ensure your dental team is following the latest in IC best practices.
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Download this exclusive e-book for a deep dive into the benefits of hydroxyapatite with DH expert Anne O. Rice.
Dec. 19, 2024