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 StoriesObesityBody composition linked to oral health in post-stroke patientsA high body mass index combined with low muscle mass is linked to poor oral health in older post-stroke patients, highlighting the importance of addressing dental and overall health in this population. This study was published in Gerodontology.DSOChoosing the right DSO: A guide to matching your transition goals with the ideal partnerAnesthesiaAre you properly anesthetizing dental patients who use drugs like Ozempic?Legal IssuesEx-NBA player sentenced in multimillion-dollar dental fraud scamSponsor ContentAvailable On Demand
