We've all had that one patient. The patient who refuses radiographs. The patient who tells you fluoride is toxic and is used in atomic bombs (yes, I’ve actually heard that one). The patient...
Continue ReadingWe've all had that one patient. The patient who refuses radiographs. The patient who tells you fluoride is toxic and is used in atomic bombs (yes, I’ve actually heard that one). The patient...
Continue ReadingYou made it through some of the trickiest two years of your life: dental hygiene school. Congratulations! 🎉We know literally blood, sweat, and tears went into your degree, and you’ve...
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Continue ReadingWelcome to the dazzling world of Madame Fulcrum. She’ll interpret your dental hygiene stars each month and provide uncannily accurate celestial advice based on your sun sign.
Continue ReadingIs clinical work taking a toll on your body? This three-part series dives deep into key areas - mind, body and soul - that can help you tap into your potential and enjoy a long, rewarding,...
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Continue ReadingAs a dental hygienist, balancing a busy personal life with strenuous work demands can easily result in making poor eating decisions. My work schedule is non-traditional and ever-changing,...
Continue ReadingFluoride varnish: the notoriously sticky substance that's probably ruined a pair or two of your scrubs 😡 How on earth do you get varnish stains out? We put several popular treatments to...
Continue ReadingPatients with arthritis face a number of challenges when it comes to oral hygiene, including dry mouth and limited mobility. Here’s some guidance on how to help your patients manage the...
Continue ReadingMy first “gagger” was my clinic partner in dental hygiene school. You couldn’t even get a mouth mirror in without her gagging and becoming nervous. The first time I performed an exam on her...
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