Dental Hygiene: Page 3

Type 1 diabetes and oral health: Considerations for dental practitioners
By Dr. Samira Shafaee
Dr. Samira Shafaee explains the specific oral health risks and emergency protocols dentists must understand with type 1 diabetes.
October 8, 2026
A young woman holds a diabetes lancet to a finger. She is going to perform a blood glucose test.
ADHA's Dental Hygiene Month campaign offers free CE
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADHA's 2026 campaign, themed "The Power of Us," includes free CE webinars on biofilm control and the periodontal-systemic link.
October 7, 2026
The logo for the American Dental Hygienists' Association.
One hygienist's bold prediction: Self-regulation is coming, and it will change everything
By Kevin Henry
Hygienist self-regulation is coming, predicts Kelly Tanner, RDH, PhD. License portability and new tech could reshape the profession.
October 5, 2026
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast cover image showing a masked cartoon dentist, a microphone, and sound wave graphics.
Tom's of Maine launches fluoride-free hydroxyapatite toothpaste
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The new fluoride-free toothpaste contains hydroxyapatite, arginine, and calcium carbonate, offering whitening and sensitivity relief.
October 2, 2026
Close-up of a person applying Tom's of Maine toothpaste to a toothbrush.
Dentist accused of lax infection control suspended
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was suspended after the Colorado Dental Board found many infection control failures.
October 1, 2026
Two professionals review documents during a business meeting, representing formal discipline.
CBD, CBG may be key to stopping cavities
By Melissa Busch
CBD and CBG appear to show unprecedented promise in eliminating dual-species biofilms that cause cavities.
September 29, 2026
Golden liquid is dispersed from a dropper into an amber glass bottle.
DTA Foundation prepares for National Brush Day
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Dental Trade Alliance Foundation is kicking off its #NBDDentSquad campaign for National Brush Day on Nov. 1.
September 25, 2026
A daughter and mother brush their teeth.
Phage therapy may show promise against periodontal disease bacteria
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Could using a virus to attack periodontal bacteria effectively fight gum disease?
September 24, 2026
3D scientific illustration of bacteria and viral particles on teeth.
Where dentists stand on antibiotics for arthroplasty patients
By Melissa Busch
Dentists and surgeons appear to be divided on antibiotic protection for joint replacement patients undergoing dental work.
September 24, 2026
Green-and-white antibiotic capsules, tablets, syringes, and medication bottles arranged around an Antibiotics document.
What you need to know about the cleanliness of your dental unit waterlines
By Kevin Henry
In this DrBicuspid.com Podcast episode, learn what happens inside dental waterlines and why consistency is critical.
September 24, 2026
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast promotional logo graphic featuring a microphone and a masked cartoon dentist.
Healthy aging via good oral health? Maybe.
By Melissa Busch
Gums may hold the secret to healthier aging.
September 21, 2026
An older man with a beard smiles at the viewer. In the background, blurred, is a city street.
Fluoridation is valuable, and dentists should tell patients that
By Melissa Busch
New research appears to prove that fluoridation works.
September 18, 2026
A woman dentist counsels a teen patient.
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