Hygiene

Articles

These 2 new vegan toothpaste flavors eliminate bacteria, freshen breath, and gently whiten teeth without harsh chemicals. 

Curaden Introduces 2 New Toothpaste Flavors

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.

Taking a look at some important considerations when assisting patients with oral lichen conditions. 

Oral Lichen Planus and Malignant Transformation

Podcasts

The Sanders Sisters are back, and this month they're talking all about arthritis! 

Floss & Flip-Flops Episode 5: Arthritis 

Ormco will act as the sole U.S. Distributor for the second generation orthodontic treatment accelerating device OrthoPulse. 

Ormco Announces Sole Distribution of OrthoPulse Gen.2 Medical Device 

Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

Sounds are a part of every experience that a patient has a dental practice. Are you doing what you can in your practice to mitigate sound-based stressors? 

The Sounds of Dentistry

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.

Taking a look at infection control’s continual evolution as we navigate future potential global health events. 

What We Know Now about Infection Control in the Dental Practice

These flossers from Plackers are sustainable and effective in their biodegradable and compostable design.  

Plackers Launches Biodegradable, Sustainable Dental Flossers

Patients arrive in your operatory with an idea of what should happen. Do you know what they expect and whether you will deliver it? 

Rising to Their Expectations: How to Keep Patients Smiling in the Dental Chair

SmartMouth Introduces Mouth Sore Activated Rinse

As dental professionals, doing no harm and not pressuring the patient should be part of every interaction. 

Patient Care