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Leading Educator Discusses Calculus
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Leading Clinician and Educator, Annie Walters, MSDH, RDH reviews calculus removal. She discusses quick and easy techniques to help hygienists and patients. As an expert practitioner...
March 3, 2026
New Waterpik™ Promax™ debuts at CMW 2026
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At Chicago Midwinter, Amanda Hill, RDH, BS shares what makes the new Waterpik™ Promax™ water flosser extraordinary. Powered by SMARTADVANCE™ mode, PROMAX advances patients to ...
March 3, 2026
Meet Quantium™: A Smarter Composite
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In this video, Dr. Nunez explains what defines a universal composite, the features clinicians value most, and what makes Quantium™ different. He also discusses clinical performance...
March 3, 2026
TheraBreath launches new Toothpaste Line at Chicago Mid-Winter Meeting
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Get the inside scoop about TheraBreath's New Toothpaste Line from hygienist Ashleigh, one of TheraBreath's professional educators. She gives us everything we need to know and ...
March 3, 2026

Patient Care

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Is milk good for your teeth? The answer depends on the type. From dairy to plant-based options, differences in sugar, protein, and pH can impact enamel health, cavity risk, and...
May 4, 2026
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Early orthodontic problems are hiding in plain sight, and dental hygienists hold the key. Learn how to spot the signs, counsel families with confidence, and become the bridge ...
May 1, 2026
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Air polishing is a staple in modern hygiene care—but the powder you choose can significantly impact treatment outcomes. This guide breaks down when to use sodium bicarbonate, ...
April 27, 2026
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Barbara Tritz offers a biologically driven perspective to explain why teeth can hurt despite a “normal” exam and highlights how factors like dentinal fluid dynamics, mineral balance...
April 27, 2026

Ergonomics

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Sensory processing differences affect how patients experience the dental environment. Learn how small adjustments in communication, environment, and pacing can improve comfort...
April 8, 2026
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Behind every periodontal and preventive care visit is a set of instruments and technologies that can either elevate clinical outcomes or compromise them—especially for early-career...
April 7, 2026
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A Tale of Two Hygienists
Do you have a "butter knife" in your cassette? Most hygienists struggle to find time for instrument maintenance, leading to hand fatigue and burnished calculus. Discover how Christine...
Feb. 4, 2026
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Small, strategic microbreaks can reduce pain, restore circulation, and protect your musculoskeletal health, helping you feel better both chairside and at home.
Dec. 12, 2025

Infection Control

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Learn how rapid room turnover impacts infection control, highlighting key areas such as item reuse, sterilization protocols, and waterline testing to prevent cross-contamination...
Jan. 28, 2026
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HuFriedy Instrument Casettes
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

Pathology

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A Tale of Two Hygienists
Risk factors aren’t as reliable as they used to be, and this has real consequences in the operatory. This episode breaks down where screenings fall short and what needs to change...
April 15, 2026
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Andreina Sucre, MSc, CRDH, explores the emotional and clinical weight of missed oral pathology, the lesions we most often misread, and how to build the kind of resilience that...
April 9, 2026
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A closer look at oral biofilm is changing how clinicians approach disease, prevention, and patient communication. By combining microscopy with microbial testing, dental professionals...
April 8, 2026
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A Tale of Two Hygienists
She had no symptoms and normal labs—but a routine exam caught it anyway. This episode looks at where extraoral screening actually happens in practice—and where it’s often rushed...
April 8, 2026

Career & Profession

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A routine disruption reveals a common gap in dental teams—limited cross-training. Learn how expanding skills within scope can improve efficiency, teamwork, and patient care.
May 4, 2026
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Thinking of launching a mobile dental hygiene business? Shelley Brown, MEd, BSDH, RDH, explains the essential steps to build a compliant, sustainable practice—from legal structure...
April 27, 2026
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Don't be taken advantage of when you accept a new position—know what to expect by learning what should and should not be included in an offer letter and employment contract.
April 22, 2026
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The latest DentalPost Industry Salary Report offers dental leaders a critical snapshot of workforce trends that could shape staffing, retention, and career sustainability heading...
April 21, 2026

Learning Resources

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Join our webinar to explore glove materials, allergy mitigation, and ergonomic design strategies that enhance safety and performance. Register now to elevate your PPE expertise...
March 6, 2026
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Don’t wait for a compliance shock—learn how to keep your dental unit waterlines safe and spotless in this free e-book.
Aug. 26, 2025
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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.
Dec. 20, 2024