Dental Hygienist articles, editorials and views from the field

Making the Most out of a Child’s Dental Visit: Tips for the Dental Hygienist

Let’s face it. Children hate the dentist. In fact, most children would rather surgically remove their own teeth than face the horrendous tools used to clean their mouths. However, this is not an option and thus, many of your patients will be children. Despite their tears, their whines, their tantrums and their pleas, they still need to undergo a bi-yearly checkup and cleaning. And, as a dental hygienist, it’s up to you to ensure that they...

Dental Hygienists Make People Smile

A healthy, clean smile not only makes a good impression on others, it makes us feel good about ourselves. Paying regular attention to our dental hygiene is the first line of defense in maintaining...