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Kara Vavrosky, RDH is an Editorial Director at Modern Hygienist, a part of the Modern Dental Network. She is best known for running the popular Facebook page, Dental Hygiene with Kara RDH, and is the founder of DentalHygieneAnswers.com, a Q&A site for dental hygienists. Kara also serves on multiple advisory boards for dental-related companies and is a 2015-2016 ADHA Governance of Tomorrow Steering Committee member. You can learn more about Kara at KaraRDH.com.

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Preventing infection in your mouth is key to maintaining your overall health.

What you need to know about gum disease

For My Test Only

Kristen Mott is the associate editor for Dental Products Report and Digital Esthetics.

Researchers in India have determined that dentures that fit improperly can be a risk factor for developing oral cancer.

Can ill-fitting dentures increase your oral cancer risk?

Dentists are the front line of defense when it comes to detecting oral cancer.

Using detection tools to prevent oral cancer: A product roundup

Does your stericenter meet SciCan’s SPECs?






Dentists and hygienists are playing a crucial role in early detection of oral cancer, and for good reason. About 49,670 people will be diagnosed with oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer this year alone, according to the American Cancer Society, and an estimated 9,700 people will die of these cancers.

The TheraBreath for Kids Organic Grape Oral Rinse is said to be made from healthy ingredients.

New organic oral rinse available for children

Tina is an assistant professor in the dental hygiene department with Oregon Institute of Technology. She has been practicing dental hygiene since 2001 and entered dental hygiene education in 2007. She continues with clinical care in a general dental practice. Tina is actively involved with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association serving at the local, state and national level. She has a passion for dental hygiene that is fueled by her work with students and continuing education for her peers.

Understanding a patient’s health history can help you provide the best care possible.

Are you asking the right questions about your patient’s health history?

From 1 to 50, we looked at each state to see how it really stacks up for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and dental front office team members.

The best and worst states to work in a dental practice: 2017

The journal will contain previously unpublished scholarly articles on clinical practice and education.

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