Teamwork: Are you an asset or a liability with dental team members?
[ad_1] By Carly Scala, RDH Do you ever walk into your family physician’s office at 7:30 a.m. on a Tuesday, fairly chipper, only to be...
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‘Lord-orhea’: The mysterious disease afflicting dental practice teams
[ad_1] In his book about leadership, John W. Gardner defines power as “simply the capacity to bring about certain intended consequences in the behavior of...
Using teledentistry software in alternative settings: MouthWatch TeleDent
[ad_1] One of the key characteristics of a dental hygienist is a desire to help. Because it attracts “type A” personalities, the field of dental...
Why is my tongue bleeding?
[ad_1] There are many different causes of a bleeding tongue, including ulcers, bacteria, and viruses. Treatments are available for most conditions, and home remedies can...
Difficult conversations: When medical conditions threaten dental hygiene production, patients will be thankful
[ad_1] By Susan L. Quan, RDH, MBA “I’m just here for a cleaning today, right?” Hearing these words makes most hygienists cringe on any given...
What causes teeth to turn black?
[ad_1] Teeth are vulnerable to discoloration, which can happen due to staining from foods and drinks such as coffee or red wine. Black teeth can...
Memory tricks: How dental hygienists can remember drug names better
[ad_1] By Claire Jeong, BS, MS, RDH Do you ever wish you were better at remembering drug names, what they are used for, and what...
How long does it take to recover from a wisdom tooth extraction?
[ad_1] Removal of the wisdom teeth is a common dental surgery, and there is a variety of reasons for doing it. The most common reason...
Auger answers question about her upcoming RDH Evolution program
[ad_1] She also writes short article about dental hygienists who seek to fulfill career goals Editor’s Note: Amber Auger, RDH, is one of the...
What does it mean when you have white gums?
[ad_1] Some conditions can make the gums appear white. The color change may occur in one part of the mouth or over the entire gums....