During National Nutrition Month this March, dental hygienists—your partners in prevention—remind everyone of the important link between proper nutrition and oral health. Dental hygienists see … more
Some dental hygienists on P.E.I. will offer a free teeth-cleaning clinic on April 8. The one-day clinic is for those who can’t afford the approximately … more
National Dental Hygienists Week™ (NDHW™) takes place from April 8‒14 as part of oral health month in Canada. During that week, which emphasizes “Oral Health … more
On March 20, oral health professionals around the world will celebrate World Oral Health Day (www.worldoralhealthday.com), a global awareness campaign to highlight the prevalence of … more
On March 20, oral health professionals around the world will celebrate World Oral Health Day (www.worldoralhealthday.com), a global awareness campaign to highlight the prevalence of … more
Did you know … 60% of millennials say they prefer extra soft/soft brushes and 64% want a small brush head, yet 50% believe soft or … more
What is the OIM Program? Designed for practices seeking to better manage their dental hygiene instruments and reduce instrument costs. It is a program that … more
February is Heart Month in Canada and a perfect opportunity to raise awareness of the risks of cardiovascular (heart) disease and stroke and the importance … more
In the past few years, the cloud-based dental software was introduced to the dental industry. Many articles and blogs were written to explain this new … more
“How’s your dog?” “What’s new with the kids?” “Are there any changes in your health history?” These are typical and appropriate questions to ask patients … more
Regardless of where your office is located or what type of practice you work in, a common factor is Infection Control. Everyone needs a surface … more
Dental professionals hear a lot of opinions about toothpaste abrasivity. There are misunderstandings about the meaning of relative dentin abrasion (RDA) values and what they … more
The question, “paper or plastic” takes on an entirely new meaning when related to instrument sterilization in the dental office. Classified as a medical device, … more
US-based The Pew Research Group has a special unit following oral healthcare. Recently, it released a blog on three issues facing Americans (yes, it translates … more
The Oral Health Foundation is backing the use of children’s storybooks with dental narratives following a new study which has shown they can be a … more
February is National Pet Dental Health Month and the staff at New Hope Animal Hospital wants to draw attention to essential pet dental needs. Pet … more
Research shows that smoking can damage every part of the body, including the mouth, causing life-threatening cancers and chronic diseases. During National Non-Smoking Week (January … more
TJA Health LLC, the manufacturer of Plaque HD® Plaque-Identifying Anticavity Toothpaste, the only plaque-disclosing toothpaste on the market, is pleased to announce the launch of NEW! Plaque … more
The beginning of a new year is a perfect opportunity to make a fresh start and set new personal and professional goals. While many people … more
Dr. Esther Wilkins, a Chelmsford native and longtime professor at Tufts University who was known as the “godmother of dental hygiene” as one of the … more