Omitting to carry out adequate observation procedures, inform patients about their periodontal status and record patient response may lead to negligence claims. Michelle Mitchell LLB, RDH explains how ...

As a dental hygienist, I am responsible for treating the oral health of various clients. I scale and polish teeth, provide client education, take X-rays, place sealants and take impressions for study ...

I read with great interest the letter in the summer 2011 issue of Vital regarding the ‘periodontal therapist’ (page 5). Since qualifying in 1988 I have experienced many changes to my work as a ...

In this episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry and Rachel Wall, the CEO and founder of Inspired Hygiene, discussed the value of dental hygiene and dental hygienists as ...