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Articles

A combination of prevention strategies may be more effective than one alone for reducing tooth decay, according to researchers.

Study identifies effective school-based cavity prevention program

Lynne Slim is an award-winning dental author who has published extensively in dental/dental hygiene journals including 

Journal of the Western Society of Periodontology

. She was the periodontal columnist for RDH magazine for about 17 years and is now a columnist for 

 and is a member of their advisory board. In 2003, Lynne founded Perio C Dent, a dental practice management company that specializes in the incorporation of non-surgical periodontal therapy into the hygiene department of the general dental practice.

As a key opinion leader in the dental industry, Lynne is frequently asked to review new products and write product reviews. She participates in product development and is consulted about consumer/RDH product awareness. Lynne received the Philips Oral Healthcare “Mentor of Distinction” award at the 2012 ADHA Annual Session.

Exploring the effects of rinsing with diluted sodium hypochlorite rinse in patients with chronic periodontitis.

Using diluted sodium hypochlorite to supplement periodontal self-care

There seems to be some sort of link between periodontal disease and macular degeneration, but just how strong is it?

Does periodontal disease cause eye problems? It’s complicated

For many years, dentists and doctors were discouraged from using doxycycline with children, but newer data suggests otherwise.

Is doxycycline safe for use in children?

Using evidence-based research to explore whether this procedure is beneficial to patients. 

Is professional subgingival oral irrigation necessary?

If wine is good for cardiovascular health, could it also be good for oral health?

Is wine a good mouthwash?

Recurrent caries is still a common problem - here’s how one team is trying to prevent them.

How scientists are turning teeth into drugs

X-rays should be performed only when clinically appropriate, but a new study finds that dentists often take money into consideration.

Are dentists getting greedy over X-rays?

Robert Elsenpeter is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to Dental Products Report and Dental Lab Products. He is also the author of 18 technology books, including the award-winning Green IT: Reduce Your Information System's Environmental Impact While Adding to the Bottom Line. As such, he’s particularly interested in the technological side of dentistry.

How to stay up to date on infection control policies

Asking questions and reading evidence-based research can help you to make informed patient recommendations. 

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