Managing periodontal disease can be a difficult task for many dental hygienists as patients are often non-compliant with home care. Mechanical removal of plaque is the cornerstone to periodontal maintenance programs. Providing patients with devices to assist in proper plaque removal may be an option … [Read more...] about Mechanical Plaque Removal of Periodontal Maintenance Patients: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
Dental Flossing and Automaticity: A longitudinal moderate mediation analysis – Science Sunday
There is no question, most people floss less than recommended and, in some cases, not at all. Emerging research indicates that self-regulatory and automatic factors play a role in oral hygiene behaviors. A study published in 2018 in the journal Psychology, Health & Medicine investigated “the … [Read more...] about Dental Flossing and Automaticity: A longitudinal moderate mediation analysis – Science Sunday
Does flossing before or after brushing influence the reduction in the plaque index? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Without question, the accumulation of dental plaque and biofilm contributes to the most frequent dental disease, caries, periodontal disease, and gingivitis. The contribution of plaque and biofilm to dental disease makes it imperative to manage the accumulation in interproximal areas. In a systemic … [Read more...] about Does flossing before or after brushing influence the reduction in the plaque index? A systematic review and meta-analysis
TikTok Flossing and the Homeless Population
It’s not a great visualization but we make it work. Kevin spent time exploring TikTok fads and discovered crazy things people do to take care of their teeth. Teresa is following a story about a dentist who is faced with protecting her office and boy, is she in a rough situation. Then we wrap it up … [Read more...] about TikTok Flossing and the Homeless Population
MOMgienists™ Don’t Kiss On The First Date/ Exploring Xylitol w Dr. Ellie Phillips – Episode 66
This week on the MOMgienists Podcast our MOMgienists are joined by Dr. Ellie Phillips. Dr. Phillips shares with us the amazing story of her career and what brought her to where she is today! Episode Highlights Dr. Phillips in Dental School Swiss Model Dr. Phillips Opens a … [Read more...] about MOMgienists™ Don’t Kiss On The First Date/ Exploring Xylitol w Dr. Ellie Phillips – Episode 66
Oral Care During Cancer Treatment with Jill Meyer-Lippert, RDH – Your Dental Top 5
This week on your Dental Top 5 Podcast your host Amanda Hill talks with Jill Meyer-Lippert, RDH about how to help our patients with oral cancer, and their oral care during treatment. Episode Highlights Jill’s Background Side Effects Support, LLC Brush Selection … [Read more...] about Oral Care During Cancer Treatment with Jill Meyer-Lippert, RDH – Your Dental Top 5
