Hygiene Spotlight: Sonya Dunbar
Hygiene Spotlight features an exceptional dental hygienist every month. This month we are showcasing Sonya Dunbar, the face behind the Geriatric Toothfairy brand. Why did … more
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Hygienists May Receive New Powers to Help Britain’s Dental Crisis
Dental hygienists and therapists may be given new powers to help with the growing dental crisis in Britain. These powers include being able to administer … more
Popular Podcast ‘A Tale of Two Hygienists’ Features TempStars CEO James Younger
Dr. James Younger, the CEO and founder of TempStars – North America’s fastest growing and top-rated dental temping and hiring service, was recently the featured guest on … more
Dental Hygienists In Ontario Can Now Legally Treat Their Spouses
As of October 8, 2020, dental hygienists in Ontario can legally treat their spouses as defined by law. Pursuant to the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 (the … more
Caring for Your Back in Dentistry
Whether you’re a dentist, dental hygienist or assistant, you work in a fabulous profession! Dental professionals take care of people for a living, our industry … more
Oral Hygiene Presents: The Hygienist Handbook
As you are all very aware, dental hygienists are educated health professionals who specialize in the promotion of oral health and the prevention of oral … more
The Dental Hygienist As A Trusted Resource Provider: There Is A Resource For That!
Historical thinking about the role of the dental hygienist as a member of the health care team is that their purpose is primarily auxiliary or … more
How To Craft The Perfect Re-Care Program
In the world of dental hygiene, we commonly refer to routine follow up exams with patients as ‘recall’ appointments. More appropriately, these can be considered … more
Why CE Goes Beyond Professional Obligation
As dental hygienists across Canada, we are united and bonded by one major, collective fear: The Continuing Competence, Quality Assurance auditing process. The mere mention … more
Strategies To Help Land Your Dream Job
Ivividly remember my interview, first job and very first day. I thought outside of the box to secure my first job. Writing my resume was … more
Leveraging New Technologies To Enhance Patient Experience And Increase Patient Retention
The dental patients we once knew are a thing of the past – much like your old flip phone. Today’s patients are tech savvy, well … more
So, You Just Got A Job Offer… Contracts: What You Need To Know
Perhaps you’re fresh out of school, looking for your first position as a hygienist. Or maybe you have been working as a hygienist for many … more
The Pineyro Arch™ Kit Allows Hygienists to Treat, Maintain Full Fixed Hybrid Patients
Paradise Dental Technologies (PDT Inc.) has released the latest innovation in implant hygiene and maintenance for full fixed implant restorations, The Pineyro Arch Kit. Designed … more
MouthWatch Invites Hygienists to be Teledentistry Changemakers at ADHA
How will teledentistry be implemented to reach those in need, empower careers in dental hygiene and build all types of dental practices? MouthWatch, the creators of … more
Embezzlement – What Every Brilliant Clinician Should Know
You believe you have been blessed with the dream employee! This person has stood closely beside you for years, fighting for the success of your … more
Oral Malodor: Innovative Strategies to Measure, Learn and Improve
How Is My Breath? The immense concern of the general population towards halitosis or oral malodor is very real. This is reflected in the North … more
The Critical Importance of Team Development & Dynamics in Your Practice
Developing an effective team can be one of the most crucial aspects of success in a practice. It takes time, as each member brings unique … more
Making the Shift: Enhancing Our Impact Through Oral Systemic Links
On March 29, the Oral Wellness Learning Institute for Dentistry (OWL) where I serve as the educational director, had the privilege to assemble an amazing … more
Open Wide: The Ultimate Guide to Teeth – A Narrative Review
Discover a world of mystery, history, and lore inside your mouth. Yes, we’re talking about teeth! In Open Wide, you’ll find out everything you need … more
Dying from Dirty Teeth: A Narrative Review
I have been a member of a committee tasked with the re-development of a geriatric dental clinic at Baycrest Hospital in Toronto. Recognising the need … more