Clinical

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.

Articles

With so many options on the market, it’s important to apply scientific principles when evaluating products. 

Spoiled for choice with new stannous dentifrices

The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) is an 8,200-member professional organization for periodontists-specialists in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. Periodontists are also dentistry’s experts in the treatment of oral inflammation as well as the placement of dental implants, receiving three additional years of specialized training following dental school. Periodontics is one of the nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association. For more information, visit perio.org.

Periodontal experts stress the importance of gum health in older adults and other at-risk groups.

Is periodontal disease linked to Alzheimer’s?

The device is said to enable clinicians to do multiple procedures easier and faster.

Surgical Solutions introduces Magnetic Max

How the New Colgate TotalSF toothpaste addresses changing patient demands. 

Promoting whole mouth health for patients

Katrina M Sanders RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF, is a graduate and recipient of countless awards from the University of Minnesota’s School of Dentistry Division of Dental Hygiene. She is proud to currently serve on the alumni society for one of the most prestigious dental schools in the country. Katrina’s professional career emerged as an educator when she attained full-time employment with a career college in Phoenix, Arizona. A physical manifestation of Katrina’s commitment to her profession is in the development of her textbook, "Introduction to the Dental Hygiene Profession." Katrina proudly received her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with distinction through Northern Arizona University as a Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society distinguished member. Currently, Katrina is a distinguished speaker with Dental Hygiene Culture as she lectures nationally in a variety of dental hygiene continuing education content.

Check out these four ways hygienists can save a life in 2019 by utilizing their skills and passions. 

4 Life-Saving New Year’s Resolutions

John Flucke, DDS, is in private practice in Lee’s Summit, Mo. He also serves as chief clinical editor and technology editor for 

® and keeps an active blog filled with thoughts and tidbits on the world of technology at blog.denticle.com.

Dr. Flucke, chief dental editor and technology editor at DPR, breaks down the products that blew him away this year.

The top 5 product test drives of 2018

Dental research came a long way this year, and these studies stood out among the rest. 

The top 5 dental discoveries of 2018

Information you provide your patients about gum recession could be the frontline in improving their oral health. 

What your patients NEED to know about gum recession

The new formula is designed to fight plaque-causing bacteria on 100 percent of mouth surfaces. 

Colgate introduces the Next Generation of Colgate Total

Stable oral health can be a critical preventive measure against drug-induced osteonecrosis of the jaws. 

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