Dental Hygiene: Page 16

These drugs may give you bad breath
By Ava Barros
Certain medications can act as an underlying cause for halitosis, a study published in the International Dental Journal reports.
January 19, 2026
A woman holds a hand in front of her mouth in a self-conscious gesture.
School in Wis. cuts tuition rate for dental hygiene degree
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Wisconsin's Marian University has lowered the tuition for its Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Completion program.
January 16, 2026
A dental student works on a dummy.
Enriched artificial saliva may protect teeth in cancer patients
By Ava Barros
An artificial saliva mouthwash may safeguard teeth in patients with head and neck cancer by reducing bacteria and aiding disease control.
January 16, 2026
Close-up of a man pouring mouthwash into a lid.
Dr. Tom Giacobbi: 'It's still OK to love fluoride'
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this video, Dr. Tom Giacobbi has a reminder about fluoride usage in today's society and the impact it has had for years.
January 16, 2026
The Just A Minute, Doc logo with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
When definitions become barriers
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Supporting dental hygiene education strengthens the workforce and protects the public, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, in her latest DrBicuspid column.
January 15, 2026
A dental hygienists cleans a patient's teeth.
Michigan licenses 1st dental therapist
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Michigan has licensed its first dental therapist as part of a state program to expand oral healthcare access.
January 14, 2026
Close-up of a masked dental professional holding dental instruments.
Childhood oral health linked to elevated atherosclerosis risk in adults
By Melissa Busch
Childhood oral health may be linked to a heightened risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
January 14, 2026
Microscopic view of red blood cells flowing past fatty arterial deposits.
Tech adoption in dentistry: Partnership wins
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Tech adoption fails when manufacturers ignore real practice conditions, says Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Learn what contributes to a successful implementation.
January 9, 2026
Modern dental operatory with computer monitors, overhead lights and a magnifier.
Reimbursement rates may be driving SDF adoption
By Ava Barros
Insurance coverage restrictions may influence dentists’ decisions whether to prescribe silver diamine fluoride.
January 6, 2026
Close-up of a hygienist applying fluoride to a child's teeth.
ADHA advocates for self-regulation for hygienists
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) released a white paper highlighting how self-regulation may help dental hygienists improve public care.
December 30, 2025
A dental hygienist cleans a patient's teeth.
2025’s top 5 dental hygiene stories
By Karie Neeley Anderson
DrBicuspid’s editors review the top five dental hygiene articles that dominated readers’ interests in 2025.
December 23, 2025
A dental hygienist wearing personal protectice equipments sits in a chair looking out a window.
ImpetusDX launches oral health test panel
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The DNA-based saliva test identifies established and emerging periodontal pathogens within 24 to 48 hours.
December 19, 2025
Close-up of a swab collecting a saliva sample.
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