Casey Hein, RDH[email protected]Dental PracticeBeyond that old fence: Tectonic shifts in dental hygieneThe science shows hygienists play a crucial role in providing whole-body healthcare, but practice norms haven't kept up. Dental hygienist Casey Hein explores the expanding role of hygienists in this column and in her associated presentation at the 2021 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.February 24, 2021Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesDentist gets probation for infection control violationsA dentist's sterilization failures spark mandatory probation and surprise inspections.PediatricsThese U.S. kids may be the most exposed to amalgam-related mercuryPatient CommunicationDo’s and don’ts for enhancing the new patient experiencePodcastsAI, treatment planning, and the future of full-arch dental implantsPublic HealthWork less for the good of teeth? Maybe.
