'Mask mouth' is a new term coined during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is used in reference to the potential oral health side effects of wearing a mask for extended periods of time. It is important for dental hygienists to educate patients on this topic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted quality of life (QoL) for many people around the world. Disruptions in day to day routines can have a negative impact on oral health and potentially contribute to dentinal hypersensitivity. Identifying patients who are silent sufferers and providing solutions for sensitivity relief will have a positive influence on patients QoL.

Fluoride application should be an ongoing conversation. It's important to talk with parents about the benefits of fluoride and how it's more important than ever with the change of schedules and routines.

Sjögren’s Syndrome is an auto-immune disorder that is characterized by dry mouth and dry eyes, and often accompanied by a connective tissue disorder as well. Dry mouth means that patients with Sjögren’s syndrome are at increased risk for dental caries.

Virtual Meetings can be a great experience! Creating an environment wrapped around the meeting can be exciting and bring great memories for the entire team!

Education on home care is an important part of the dental hygiene appointment. Helping patients choose the appropriate toothbrush is a great starting place to encourage patients to adapt and improve their home care regimens. Educating patients about the different toothbrush options available will help them make an informed decision about which brush would be best for their oral health needs.

Tooth whitening is one of the simplest and most affordable ways to improve smiles and self-esteem. Here's how dental hygienists can start the conversation.

It is important to have an understanding of the whitening system that you, the dental hygienist, will want to integrate into your office as well as a plan of action before approaching your dentist with the idea.

Dental caries is a preventable disease. Working together, every child can have an opportunity to have a healthier oral health!

Sensitivity is a topic we have heard over and over again. Are we still talking about it because we aren't addressing it and helping to resolve it? Going out of our own comfort zone and learning about what the patient is willing and not willing to try, so we can recommend appropriately, must be at the top of our list! A happy patient will be a returning patient!

In addition to the changing medical concerns, the habits of older adults has an affect their oral health. Resources such as prescription strength fluoride can provide benefits to reduce the caries rate.

Success begins with a plan! Starting the day with a morning huddle can create a happier environment, a cohesive team and greater production!

Sustainability within the dental practice may seem like a large task. However, there are many simple steps dental hygienists can take to partner with the dental team, our patients and Colgate, to help create a healthy and sustainable future.

Can your patients benefit from in-office or at-home fluoride therapy? Here's how dental hygienists can start a conversation about the benefits of fluoride.

As dental hygienists are going back to practicing dental hygiene, many changes are coming our way! Some clinicians will meet new obstacles with exciting opportunities to grow their practice which will be better for the practice and the patient. Having an assistant in the hygiene department can provide great success if the right attitude, plan of approach and execution has been made! Being open to new ways of doing things will be important as we venture into the current and post-pandemic chapter of dentistry.

Many patients assume that it is normal for their teeth to hurt when they eat or drink something hot or cold. However, as dental professionals we know that dentinal hypersensitivity is a common condition that can interfere with our patients’ quality of life. It is important to identify patients who are silently suffering from dentinal hypersensitivity and provide solutions for relief.

COVID-19 can intensify dental anxiety in pediatric patients. Here's how dental hygienists can help nervous young patients feel safe in the dental office.

Can initiating a pre-procedural mouthrinse protocol help to protect against COVID-19 transmission?

There are many opportunities in dental public health programs for dental hygienists. From education programs for preschoolers to community administration & more.

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Here is an overview of mouthwashes, their ingredients, and how to tailor recommendations to best fit your patients' oral health needs.

Attending a dental convention can be an overwhelming experience. Read more to learn how to take advantage of them to propel your career forward.

Dental schools don't teach students how to find a mentor, they place students in guided clinics & classes under direct mentorship from expert dentists.

Social media is fast becoming a great way to draw eyes to your dental office, and you might be looking for social media tips.

Volunteering individually, as a practice or with a group of dental hygiene friends can be an extremely rewarding experience, and a valuable team bonding experience.

Parents have their children's best interest at heart, but may not be educated on proper oral care for them. It is your job to make parents feel comfortable.

Here are three ways to engage and encourage adolescent patients to take good care of their oral health.

The key to achieving the right balance between your career and parenthood is to come up with a system to make time for family, but also yourself.

Have you felt pain in your shoulders, hands or knees after a long day? Learn how to distinguish between types of arthritis and joint inflammation.

Completing dental coding correctly based on diagnosis & treatment is critical. If performing localized delivery of antimicrobial agents, D4381 may be useful.

Like many others, you may not be saving as much as you should be. But here's the good news: you can start building your savings today, and it doesn't have to hurt.

If you are suffering from daily discomfort at work, try out these sneaky in-office stretches to help you relieve your pain. Your body will thank you.

Here are some networking tips to stay updated on the latest advancements in the dental hygiene field and also to meet new people along the way.

Working with chronic pain is a very real possibility in the clinical career of a dental hygienist; however, pain does not have to mean the end of your career.

Questions to ask mentors can include advice on job location, furthering your education or career goals. Here are ideas to help grow your relationship & career.

Questions to ask mentors can include advice on job location, furthering your education or career goals. Here are ideas to help grow your relationship & career.

Dental hygiene is a very mentally and physically demanding career. When your body starts to ache, you are expected to push through the rest of your workday.

When you educate your patients as you treat their gingivitis, it can help them improve their oral hygiene. Here are tips to help your patients oral health.

After the wedding, if a woman chooses to change her name, she will have to change it legally. Here are tips to make the name change process as easy as possible.

As many dental hygienists know, there's a high risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome rearing its ugly head and affecting your ability to perform everyday duties.

Here are some tips to help you through your 'not-your-average' day and provide your coworker's patients with the best care possible.

Depending on where you work, your compensation as a dental hygienist may be flexible too, so it's important to understand how each works.

Stress can be unavoidable, especially when you deal with individual patient factors, ergonomic demands and even personal conflicts within your clinical team.

Discomfort can interrupt your life in several ways, that's why it's important to do stretches for shoulder pain. Read more on these stretches.

What you need to know about the complications that may arise due to cancer therapy and what dental measures you can take to keep a patient's mouth healthy.

Dental hygiene can be taxing on the body, resulting in emotions and chronic pain that are all too familiar for many dental hygienists.

You may often put your body in painful positions without realizing it, and poor posture and shoulder pain are directly related. Learn to alleviate both, here.

Working in the limited space of a patient's mouth requires a high degree of precision. For this reason, it is essential that your manual dexterity is developed.

Dental consultants can help your practice provide more efficient, productive care. Understand the pros & cons of a dental consultant before hiring one.

Discussing the effects of smoking and the importance of quitting is difficult. Have you begun talking, only to get an eye roll from your patient?

Patients with diabetes may not realize the connection between diabetes and oral health, or that periodontal disease may add to a rise in blood glucose.

Preventive care matters for treating caries & periodontal disease, learning good habits & proactive care may help prevent back problems and foster a long career.

Follow these time management steps to schedule individual appointments, and your day as a whole, to have a smooth, stress-free day.

Dental practices might adopt an assisted hygiene model for many reasons, from increasing productivity to offering more appointment options for patients.

As a dental hygienist, your job is to provide quality care to everyone, so here are five ways to make your most troublesome patients a little less challenging.

The AHA issued new blood pressure guidelines in November 2017. As a result, almost half of adults in the U.S. fit this definition of hypertension.

Therapy pets help calm patients and may reduce anxiety in children and adults with dental phobias. Learn the pros and cons of pet therapy here.

Dental hygienists have 3 ways to conserve water: in the office, with patients and at home. Here are some tips for a better world through water conservation.

Sales representatives are knowledgeable about products that can help your office and your patients, and a gateway to learning and networking opportunities.

Dental erosion is something you see in patients on a daily basis. Although it has multiple causes, many people aren't aware of the damage done to their teeth.

When it comes to persuading patients to accept a care plan, dental hygienists should be sensitive to the factors that help determine patients' care choices.

Making the connection between oral signs, symptoms, & sleep problems, is key to help patients understand long-term health consequences of their sleep patterns.

For dental hygienists, it can be so frustrating when you realize your patient isn't flossing. Here are some tips to help your patients floss regularly.

It is a dental hygienists responsibility to help patients understand the benefits of preventive dental care, even if insurance may not pay for treatment.

What is reverse mentoring? The name suggests it's a way for the teacher to be taught by the student, but it's so much more than that. Read more to learn how it can help your career.

By using these tooth brushing tips when providing oral health education, you will effectively relay a simple message that focuses on each individual's needs.

Working in multiple dental practices can be like musical chairs. Some may work in one practice exclusively, others may choose to work in multiple offices.

Navigating and understanding the grief process with your patients is a delicate process, but with careful consideration, you can help during a stressful time.

Dentists can be an excellent mentor who can pass down valuable knowledge & first-hand experiences. Read more about the five things you can learn from yours.

Learn how to benefit from a mentor relationship with an experienced dental hygienist and how they can impact your career. Read more at Colgate® Professional.

Considering working with a financial advisor? Having someone guide your financial decisions is a great way to provide peace of mind & financial security.

Networking is important for growth in the dental health field. Discussing latest topics with peers will help you stay up to date on new technology & methods.

Botox injections are a well-known solution for cosmetic needs, but can also be an option for the treatment of certain orofacial conditions.

As the calendar flips to the new year, people may wish to make resolutions to improve their oral health. With the right support, they may reach their goal.

Dental hygienists who ask patients questions beyond their oral health can help build successful relationships and make oral health a more achievable goal.

Here are some tips for communicating effectively with patients and coworkers, and how to integrate into your new office as a dental hygienist.

This code now bridges the gap between dental procedure codes D1110 (prophylaxis) and D4341/D4342 (scaling and root planing).

Deciding when to use the code D4910 can often be confusing. Patients don't always understand the necessity of this treatment and only want what their insurance covers. As a provider, you want to use the code that matches the treatment provided. Read on for clarification on this topic.

What can you do as a dental professional to stay on schedule? Here are some easy-to-implement tips to take advantage of on a daily basis.

Everyone needs to find balance in their life, and the dental hygienist is no exception. These five daily organization tips can help you do right by you.

A discovery made by the University of Nottingham and the Wyss Institute at Harvard University has uncovered the capabilities of regenerative dental fillings.