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This new study demonstrates that this specific ferumoxytol and hydrogen peroxide therapy can treat and prevent plaque buildup. 

New Study Shows “Nanozyme” Therapy Prevents Plaque Buildup

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.

There may be better alternatives for patients who don't want to use traditional floss, but it's all about the individual's specific interdental cleaning needs.

A Love Affair with Dental Floss: Is it Warranted?

These 2 water flossers from SmileDirectClub clean teeth and gums better, while offering experiences suited to the patient. 

SmileDirectClub Launches New Water Flossers

In this video, Slate Electric Flosser creator Danny Snyder, DMD, talks about the new electric flosser and some of its features at ADA SmileCon 2021. 

ADA SmileCon 2021 - Interview with Slate Electric Flosser Creator Danny Snyder, DMD

The results of this study demonstrate the value of the Vivos Guide in pediatric sleep-disordered breathing cases. 

Vivos Therapeutics Announces Results of Children and Tooth Decay Study

The MyPerioHealth app will allow perio patients to keep track of their disease and to communicate with dental professionals on progress. 

OraPharma Launches MyPerioHealth App 

This electric flosser from Slate will provide an easier, greener, and more efficient way to floss every day. 

Slate Launches Electric Flosser

This partnership will combine the network, software, and clinicians in order to expand oral health care access. 

Dentulu and The TeleDentists Partner Up

Laura Dorr is the former executive editor of DPR's Modern Dental Network and a regular contributing author.

Caring for Patients with Implants in the Hygiene Operatory

Stan Goff is a Managing Editor with MJH Life Sciences, which includes Dental Products Report, Dental Practice Management, Dental Lab Products, Modern Hygienist, and Dentist's Money Digest. He has covered the dental industry since 1999 and can be reached at sgoff@mjhlifesciences.com.  

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