Hygienists holding the suction in one hand while using their power scaler in the other is something Stephanie Botts says she sees frequently—and here's why that's problematic....
Born profoundly deaf, Amanda Zubricki founded That Deaf RDH to help other deaf/hard-of-hearing people pursue their dream of becoming a dental hygienist.
Meet three members of the RDH Advisory Board. Each member brings a unique perspective and expertise to our publications. Their responsibilities include peer review, content development...
This hygienist and business coach has witnessed dentists cutting their hygiene departments due to too many demands from their hygienists, and says it's time to take a close look...
Hygienists have a responsibility to their patients to screen, educate, and offer recommendations for prevention of HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer. This includes the effectiveness...
Dental practices must keep a close eye on bacterial levels in dental unit waterlines. Melissa Van Witzenburg, RDH, explains the importance of the often-overlooked DUWLs and the...
Dental abscesses can be serious. Any kind of abscess is cause for careful consideration, possible treatment, and concern. Here is a breakdown of the various types and their systemic...