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Kristin Hohman has served as Associate Editor of Dental Products report since 2019. She has a background in journalism and digital content. Kristin can be reached at khohman@mjhlifesciences.com.

Articles

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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.

Ms. Newkirk received her dental hygiene degree from the University of Alaska, Anchorage, in 1981. A recognized key opinion leader in periodontal endoscopy, Suzanne has published numerous articles and co-authored several dental textbook chapters on minimally invasive non-surgical periodontal therapy with use of the dental endoscope.

Ms. Newkirk is the national and international dental endoscopy instructor for Zest Dental Solutions and is a professional speaker. Her website is: 

Demand for registered dental hygienists is likely to continue to grow, especially with an aging population that requires more involved dental care.

Evolution of Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy Part 3: Future Outlook

Podcasts

This month, the Sanders sisters turn their focus to heart health, the role clinicians have in prevention, and how the medical and dental professions can partner in prevention efforts.

Floss and Flip-Flops Episode 2

John Y. Kwan, DDS is a retired periodontist and a former diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and a clinical professor at the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry. He is a graduate of the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and received his specialty certification at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. His clinical background included microsurgery and periodontal endoscopy. Dr Kwan developed the current Perioscope while he was the CEO of Perioscopy Inc, which is now part of Zest Dental Solutions family of dental companies.

In this 3-part series, we examine the history and evolution of nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

The Evolution of Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy: Part II

The app is an education tool that engages patients by allowing them to discover the extent of their periodontitis.

MyPerio Health App Educates, Engages Patients

In this 3-part series, we examine the history and evolution of nonsurgical periodontal therapy by taking a deep dive into scaling and root planing. 

The Evolution of Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy: A Three-Part Series

It is vital to discuss the dental hygienist’s role when it comes to teaching patients about mouth-body connections.

Talking About Oral Systemic Health in the Dental Hygiene Room 

Why educating patients about the oral-systemic link is essential and which tools and strategies can help dental professionals connect with their patients in this critical oral health area. 

How to Get Patients to Understand the Oral-Systemic Link

This study demonstrates the importance of certain cells in the mouth in protecting against disease caused by oral bacteria. 

Study Shows Oral Bacteria Suppression Protects Against Viral Growth

This mobile app automates staging and grading data to assist clinicians in treatment planning for periodontitis. 

Periodontics