Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 23, 2023

With nearly 6 million Floridian living in dental health professional shortage areas, new legislation is aiming to ease this crisis in accessing dental care. The bill does not expand the scope of practice for dental hygienists, nor does it allow dental hygienists to bill public insurance programs directly.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 15, 2023

Typically, there are things you can try at home before seeing a doctor, including better dental hygiene habits and avoiding odor-producing things like garlic, onions, alcohol, and tobacco. Keep Up with Regular Cleanings Regular dental cleanings are an essential part of good oral hygiene, Hennessy says.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 26, 2023

All 17 counties in Nevada are federally designated as health professional shortage areas (HPSAs), 69 of those are also dental HPSAs. Though the legislature approved dental therapists’ scope of practice in 2019, it falls short compared to successful programs in other states. Click here to read more.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 29, 2023

Dentsply Sirona World is the annual event of the company’s clinical education programming aimed at empowering dental professionals with the knowledge they need to confidently care for their patients and practice in a rapidly changing industry. A review of complex treatment with clear aligners will be presented.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

A recent study published in the British Dental Journal investigated the results of two dental practices that implemented a variety of general health screenings, such as blood pressure and body mass index (BMI), into their continuum of care. Click here to read more.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 9, 2021

Addressing Unmet Oral Health Needs Vulnerable populations face greater barriers to accessing oral care such as unequal distribution of dental resources and living in health professional shortage areas (HPSAs). More than 59 million Americans live in HPSAs, which results in about a third of this population experiencing unmet dental needs.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Delaware to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Levels of Dental Assistants in Delaware. Dental Assistant.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 8, 2023

Ann Battrell, MSDH, CEO of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), passed away on June 7 after a long illness. She was a tireless advocate for the profession of dental hygiene and her advocacy will have a long-lasting impact on dental hygienists. She served as ADHA’s president from 1996 to 1997.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

A bill making its way through the Utah House of Representatives would make it easier for dental hygienists to be paid for services rendered. . Weiler will require the state’s Department of Health to directly reimburse dental hygienists for certain services provided through Medicaid. The bill, SB103 , introduced by Sen.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 15, 2023

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, discusses how implementing trauma-informed care (TIC) practices in our clinics can have a marked effect on the patient experience, potentially improving treatment adherence and health outcomes and the overall wellness and health of staff and practitioners.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Growing up in Arizona, Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, had originally set his sights on becoming a dentist after working in a dental office. Instead, he found himself drawn to the preventive nature of dental hygiene. You were president of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) from 2019 to 2020.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

F or many years, dental hygienists were limited to treating and maintaining periodontal conditions and providing patient education. Fortunately, the scope of practice for dental hygienists has been expanding in many areas of the United States. Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Certification.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Throughout the day, volunteers cared for several dozen homeless individuals who received free dental screenings and basic oral health care. It serves San Francisco’s homeless by offering free medical and dental care, mental health services, haircuts, employment, legal counseling, food and a variety of other services.

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Dentistry Today

JANUARY 11, 2024

Mouthwash, also known as oral rinse, is an antiseptic solution used for oral hygiene practices. Electrostatic Precipitator Market Report Scope: Top 10 Emerging Trends and Innovations in the Mouthwash Market The humble mouthwash has come a long way from its minty beginnings. billion by 2022–2032.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 17, 2023

I have been a registered dental hygienist since 2003, and have worked in private practice, public health, and independent practice. Starting 2017, I had the opportunity to get involved in dental sales and consulting focused integration of preventative products and learn more about practice growth strategies.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JANUARY 20, 2021

For many years, dental hygienists were limited to treating and maintaining periodontal conditions and providing patient education. Fortunately, the scope of practice for dental hygienists has been expanding in many areas of the United States. Photo Credit: Valeriy_G / iStock / Getty Images Plus. certificate.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JANUARY 11, 2022

Amanda LaPean, RDH, BA, began her journey into the field of dental hygiene via the practice of massage therapy. Says LaPean, “ I really enjoyed this practice, but felt I could make more impact on patients’ lives being more specific and prevention related.”. What led you down these paths?

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JULY 28, 2022

As a high-school student, Lori Hendrick, MS, CDA, CDT, RDH, PhD, looked forward to dental visits, fascinated by the goings-on of the busy practice. Her dentist fostered that interest and hired her as a dental assistant. She then took position with a local dental lab and became certified in ceramics.

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Denticle

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

has agreed to pay $100,000 to resolve allegations that the incentive compensation it paid to certain account managers, who also practiced as dental hygienists, resulted in the submission of false claims to the Medicare program. while operating outside the scope of their employment with OraPharma. OraPharma, Inc. Assistant U.S.

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Denticle

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Company Agrees to Mates Dental Practice Purchases of OraCare Rinse with In-kind Donations to Cancer Patients In recognition of National World Cancer Day, OraCare is expanding the scope of its OraCare Cares program with an in- kind donation to cancer patients when participating dentists purchase OraCare Rinse.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Dental therapy was one proposed strategy to improve access to dental care for uninsured and underserved populations in Minnesota. For dental therapy supporters, the problem was to decrease oral health disease among vulnerable populations by increasing access to care.

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Planet DDS

MAY 24, 2021

But in principle, it could certainly apply to your practice culture and how you set your dental hygienists up for success. The “lift” you provide your hygiene team can impact your practice in general and your patient experience specifically. Content relative to the world-of-dental hygiene indicates a season of reflection.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Dental therapy legislation keeps moving across the country with 13 states and several Tribal nations implementing this member of the oral health workforce. Dental therapists are working in Tribal clinics in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Dental therapists are working in Tribal clinics in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.

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Planet DDS

JUNE 28, 2021

So, let’s get the initial dose of it out of the way and address the dental hygienist shortage. More specifically, hygiene departments across the U.S. are facing a shortage of registered dental hygienists. More specifically, hygiene departments across the U.S. are facing a shortage of registered dental hygienists.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 1, 2021

In 2011, legislation for dental therapy was introduced in Oregon, but stopped short of fully approving licensure for dental therapists. 1 Dental pilot projects are approved and monitored by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). 1 Dental pilot projects are approved and monitored by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

For more than 10 years, Teledentistry has been used by many dentists across the world to spread out the accessibility of their dental practices, reducing the oral health disparities between urban and rural communities. Quality of dental treatments. From the perspective of the practice, a patient is the most valuable asset.

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Kakar Dental Group

JULY 21, 2023

Everyone’s dental environment is unique, and sometimes, that can lead to unexpected outcomes. Never fear – because dentists and cosmetic surgeons can address many issues, even providing full-scale dental replacements for those that have lost their teeth. Contact Kakar Dental Group today. Promptly take action.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Dental Erosion A comorbidity of chronic GERD, dental erosion is a sign that can be noted during routine dental hygiene treatment. Dental erosion is when part of the tooth structure, typically the enamel, is lost due to a chemical (nonbacterial) process. This exchange of acid is called acid reflux.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

T he Minnesota legislature authorized dental therapists in 2009. Today, there are 113 licensed dental therapists practicing in Minnesota, many of whom are dually licensed as dental hygienists. In addition, Washington, Idaho, and Montana have authorized dental therapists to practice on tribal lands.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

For more than 10 years, Teledentistry has been used by many dentists across the world to spread out the accessibility of their dental practices, reducing the oral health disparities between urban and rural communities. Quality of dental treatments. From the perspective of the practice, a patient is the most valuable asset.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

When I was in school studying to be a dental hygiene educator, we called this process a “task analysis” ) Cookbooks really mastered this process. You brush, floss and use all the products your dental office recommends but something is missing. Oral health and wellness can be so complicated. I love cookbooks.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

MAY 20, 2019

Michelle Braerman, American Dental Hygiene Association President, called me personally to announce I’d won a very prestigious award. Honors a clinical hygienist who shows outstanding expertise in relating the interdependence of clinical practice and patient education for the improvement of patient compliance.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

With more than 20 years of experience in dentistry, Misty Davis, RDH, BS, has worked as a dental assistant, dental hygienist, and administrator. An active member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association since 2007, Davis is the immediate past president of her local component. Misty Davis, RDH, BS.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 2, 2023

The speed of periodontal disease progression is described as Grade A through C, with Grade A representing slow progression and Grade C indicating rapid progression. The speed of periodontal disease progression is described as Grade A through C, with Grade A representing slow progression and Grade C indicating rapid progression.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

OCTOBER 12, 2021

One of the greatest challenges for current dental assistants is the portability of their profession across state lines. With more than 50 designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant. California – 4+ levels of dental assistants.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

Yet, do we, as dental health professionals ever talk with our patients about their ability to chew properly or look beyond the teeth and gums to evaluate their chewing abilities? Yet, if we look to history, we would see prehistoric man had little to no dental diseases, and 32 healthy straight teeth in a nice wide arch.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

MAY 12, 2019

Prehistoric man had plaque, yet little to no dental disease. Oral health and wellness starts by looking at all three issues: oral hygiene, gut dysbiosis (diet), and host genetic response. Oral Hygiene Primer. Pesky perio problems are everywhere. Too bad mouthwash won’t fix the problem. Perio Problems. Magic bullets?

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