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The article discusses the innovations in the scope of restorative dental hygiene practice in the U.S. It explores the potential of the Early Childhood Oral Health Training Program (EChOTrain) to increase the scope of restorative hygiene practice and improve access to care for very young children. Details about the enhanced training offered by the EChOTrain such as didactic training, experiential learning, and community-based clinical experience are also noted.

The article focuses on the importance of hygiene in dentistry inorder to improve the quality of the service provided by the dentists to the patients. It talks about the concept for hygiene being different for different practitioners in different clinics. It tells about the importance of the quality of the healthcare provided to the patients by the physicians.

The article discusses that the Colorado General Assembly sets specific dates that a particular agency, board, or function of government will terminate unless the legislature passes new legislation to continue. It mentions that the Colorado Office of Policy, Research, and Regulatory Reform is charged by statute to conduct a sunset review of the entity or function and produce a report of its findings and recommendations prior to the sunset.

The article presents excerpts from inaugural address of Tammy Filipiak who was installed as president of the American Dental Hygienists Association in Jacksonville, Florida on June 19, 2017, in which she discusses her career and dental hygiene.

The article discusses the crucial role of dental hygienist in assessing the illnesses and mental health of patients. The topics discussed include the rising rates of suicide according to the organization the National Institute of Mental Health and the importance of medical history in enhancing mindfulness practice.

The article discusses the importance of risk assessment to dental hygienists who evaluate the patient's oral and general health risk profile. It states that it helps hygienists identify current and future risks to oral and general health. It mentions that it identifies the factors that contribute to oral disease and conditions, and provides basis for strategies that prevent disease.

The article states that interprofessional collaboration (IPC) is an increasingly important component of evidence-based, patient-centered health care. It mentions that World Health Organization (WHO) has increased awareness of need for collaborative approach to health care and directed the attention of health care educators toward development of interprofessional education (IPE). It states that health care systems increasingly seek employees prepared to work in teams to deliver patient care.

The article discusses how the success of dental implants is dependent upon patient self-care, preventive maintenance and if dental health care clinicians have followed the right clinical procedures. Topics include the importance of dental hygienists to educate patients who have got an implant on the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene, and the challenges faced while using instruments of various materials during implant procedures.

The article focuses on the research and health information for clinical dental hygiene practitioner. It mentions that three factors were involved in the evidence-based approach to clinical decision-making such as the best available scientific evidence. It says that a good clinical question should be formulated by the dental hygienist in order to search for and evaluate the most-up-to-date quality research.

The article offers information on the procedure and benefits of professional tooth whitening. It is mentioned that, whitening will provide a palpable improvement in tooth color. Details of whitening processes and instruments used for the removal of extrinsic stain, calculus and plaque biofilm are also presented.

Information on the 2010 Center for Lifelong Learning at the 87th Annual Session of The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) House of Delegates in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 27-29, 2010 is presented. New measures were taken by ADHA during the event such as the adoption of several definitions which includes mid-level oral health practitioner, and amendment of dental hygiene process. Moreover, photographs of several award winners at the event are presented including the Miami Dade College

The article discusses the important role played by dental hygienists on identifying and responding to patients using methamphetamine in the U.S. It cites the indicators that could be used to identify individuals who use methamphetamine, including accelerated decay in patient and distinctive pattern of decay on the teeth's buccal smooth surface. It also offers information on how dental hygienists should identify and assist the drug endangered child (DEC). INSET: National Organizations Dedicated to Assisting Drug Endangered....

The article highlights the important provisions of the Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice (SCDHP) issued by the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA). It notes that SCDHP is based on standards first published in 1985 and specifically promotes dental hygiene practice based on current and relevant scientific evidence. It discusses SCDHP's purpose, the hygienists' professional responsibilities and considerations, and the actual standards of dental hygiene practice.

The article explores the fear of dental hygienists to address the links between medical conditions and oral health. It highlights the views of dentists and dental hygienists about the need of other health care professionals to collaborate. The article also examines how practitioners' dental practices take advantage of the dental hygienist's unique set of communication and organization skills to ensure that patients' oral health care is integrated optimally with their total healthcare. INSETS: Arming the Operatory;Confident Communication.

The article focuses on improving oral health care among minorities and to improve their access to care in undeserved areas in the U.S. It relates that to eliminate the issue of disparities in oral health care, it is important to consider the percentage of minority dental hygienists in general population of the country. The author asserts that increasing the supply of minority dental hygienists can help close the gap in providing needed dental services to underserved areas.

The article offers information about the importance of yoga in helping dental hygienists handle their physical and mental stress. It states that yoga stretching can help release musculoskeletal tension that accumulates from improper posture or the repetitive motions of the clinical practice of dental hygiene. It also presents different types of yoga that can provide healthful benefits to dental hygienists.

The article examines several challenges encountered by the International Federation of Dental Hygiene (IFDH) and member associations to improve oral hygiene and practice around the world. Communication has been a major problem for IFDH, as they represent professionals from 26 countries that speak around 15 languages. Uniting members and workforce shortage are two problems also discussed. Information about the IFDH and the programs is further presented.

The author reflects on planning a successful career in dental hygiene profession. She suggests that setting a career vision, specific goals and objectives are essential tools for being successful. She also suggests self-assessment of job-related skills and interpersonal skills including communication style and professional image for enhancing career in dentistry. She further argues that accepting latest trends and technology, and updating resume are essentials for success in the profession.

The article reports on the significant contribution of technology in enhancing relationships between patient and the dentist hygienist in the field of dentistry in the U.S. The application of technology in providing dental care provides effective communication between the patient in the diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases. The technologies that can be utilized by dental specialists includes digital imaging, online scheduling, patient education and online data sharing with other offices.

The article focuses on the American Dental Hygienists' Association's Commitment to the Dental Hygiene Profession. It mentions about the accreditation standards for dental hygiene education; and also focuses on Maine's Partnership for Children's Oral Health as a network of organizations and individuals united by the common vision.

The article presents the research evaluation and understanding the obligations of dental hygiene practitioners in the U.S. These assessments are the guideline for dental hygienists to becoming more professional and effective in doing the task. Taking of the evaluation tests the professional practice of an oral hygienist in terms of their work quality.

Presents a speech by dental hygienist Katie L. Dawson, who was sworn in as the president of the American Dental Hygienists' Association, at the meeting of the association on June 28, 2005. Her family background; Information about her friends and colleagues; Need to advance access to dental hygiene services to the underserved and unserved communities in the U.S.; Her responsibility to address various issues related to dental hygienists.

The article presents information about the advanced dental hygiene practitioner (ADHP) program of the American Dental Hygienists' Association. The establishment of a licensed, credentialed, advanced-level oral health care practitioner will provide the delivery of valuable health care currently not available to all in the present system in the U.S. The ADHP Task Force is comprised of dental hygienists prepared to do the hands-on work of writing all components of the curriculum for oral health care practitioner. Unlike the task force, which will be in charge of the smallest details of the process, the advisory committee is more of a gathering of all the political parties in oral health care. INSET: The Restorative Component.

Focuses on the influence of dental hygienists on the oral health products industry in the U.S. Influence of dental hygienists on patients' purchasing decisions; Products offered by oral health products manufacturers; Dental hygienists' expertise sought by oral health products companies.

Focuses on the licensure examinations for dental hygienists in the U.S. Possibility of a clinical licensing exam administered on a national basis; Objection of the American Dental Education Association and the American Dental Association on the concept of a national licensing exam; Advantage of the examination.

Profiles five dental hygienists who illustrate the growth and change in the world of dental hygiene. Focus on the Darlene Orvis of Florida, Amy Hazelwood of Indiana, Sheri French of Oklahoma, Danielle Victoriano-Blaszczynski of Chicago and Joe Sutterlin of North Carolina; Educational background; Career development; Personal experiences reflecting the changing practices and technology used in the profession; Comments on the effectiveness of ultrasonics, electric toothbrushes and the Internet; Importance of promoting dental hygiene to the community.

Reports on the progress made by the American Dental Hygienists' Association since 1993 in the U.S. Increase in the people employed at the organization's central office; Efforts to advance the profession of dental hygiene; Establishment of the executive office.

The article discusses findings of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) that was conducted in response to the need for more research on oral hygiene and associated ventilator-acquired pneumonia (VAP). Topics covered include the link between VAP and poor oral hygiene, the protocols of oral care in intensive care unit (ICU) and the need to address patient safety as an aspect of oral health. The hindrances to oral hygiene for intubated patients are also mentioned.

The article presents stories from registered dental hygienists (RDHs) in the U.S. about their efforts to serve their patients. RDH Judy Carroll shares how she pioneered a non-invasive regenerative protocol for periodontal disease. Pam Cushenan relates her experience of improving service for seniors from long-term care (LTC) facilities. Peggy Trimble talks about the challenges she has faced as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP).

The article informs that dental hygienists Pamela Cushenan, Ellen Gohlke and Kristi Westhoven has won fellowship status awarded by Special Care Dentistry Association in Special Care Dental Hygiene during 31st Annual Meeting in Special Care Dentistry, 12-14 April, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia.

A biography of Dr. Alfred Civilion Fones, a Bridgeport dentist, is presented. He was born in 1869 in Bridgeport, Connecticut and studied New York College of Dentistry in 1890, then joined his father to practice dentistry together on Washington Street. Fones soon realized the importance of hygiene in dentistry and opened a school in 1013 where he instructed the first class of dental hygienists. Fone's contribution in the vision of prevention and creation of profession is highlighted.

Information on several topics discussed at the worshop hosted by the American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA) held on February 25, 2012 on the career path of dental hygienist is presented. Topics include guidance to dental hygienists, ADHA Environmental Scan and how to create resumes, cover letters and other resources. The workshop featured ADHA president Pam Quiñones, futurist Marsha Rhea and ADHA executive office assistant Ashley Smith.

The article discusses dental hygiene diagnosis (DHDx) which American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) views as an indispensable tool of dental hygiene education and practice. DHDx helps identify oral health problem which a dental hygienist is educationally qualified and licensed to treat. It informs about several states in the U.S., which have made DHDx necessary for dental hygienist through amendments including Orean, Colrorado, and Minnesota and how it serves rural and low-income people.

In this article the author discusses the impact of diabetes mellitus on the delivery of dental hygiene care. She states that dental hygienists contribute a lot in providing oral care to diabetic patients. She also argues that a dental practitioner should make an individual treatment plan for a patient with diabetes and should recognize his diabetes-related medical emergencies.

Information about the various papers discussed at the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) House of Delegates meeting held on June 22, 2009, is presented. Topics include the role of ADHA in providing opportunities to dental hygienists and to develop workforce models of practice in order to provide suitable offers to the dental hygiene personnel. It further presents the views and comments of various delegates who attended the meeting.

The article focuses on the benefits and applications of dental stem cells for dental hygiene practice and research. It mentions various types of stem cells including embryonic and somatic stem cells, and discusses their advantages and disadvantages. It gives an overview of the history of the development of dental stem cells and their potential use in the treatment of diseases including Parkinson's. Also discussed is the future of dental stem cells research and dental hygienists' role in it. INSETS: Nondental Stem Cells for Dental Applications;How Stem Cells Are Extracted from Banked Tissue.

The article discusses the various factors relating to thyroid disease which should be considered by dental professionals when treating affected patients in the U.S. An overview of the estimated number of Americans with thyroid diseases, as well as the medical background on the disease, is offered. It notes that the common oral complications of thyroid diseases, particularly hypothyroidism, include macroglossia, dysgeusia, delayed eruption, poor periodontal health and delayed wound healing.

An interview with NBC hit series "The Biggest Loser" fitness trainer Jillian Michaels and dental hygienist Amy Hazlewood is presented. When asked about how they get involved in the Inspire Change program developed by Procter & Gamble and by Oral-B, they said that they joined the program due to oral health and dental hygiene. They also mentioned that dental hygienists should have exercises including neck stretches, neck rolls, and shoulder stretches.

The authors describe their experiences joining the University of Michigan (UM) Dental Hygiene Program in 2005. They cite their introduction to what was then known as the Student American Dental Hygienists' Association (SADHA) and the benefits of belonging to the professional organization. They discuss how their leadership skills expanded while serving as officers and members of the executive council and cite the success of the Fall Kick-Off 2007 of the "Building Our Professional Community."

The article profiles Dr. Esther Wilkins, a dentist, dental hygienist and periodontist. It mentions that Wilkins has pursued her science degree at Simmons College for women in Boston, Massachusetts. After completing her science degree, she enrolled in dental hygiene at Forsyth School and earned her certificate in 1939. In 1950, she started the University of Washington Dental Hygiene School Program, where she developed the curriculum and taught majority of the courses at first.

The article focuses on strategies on enhancing planned learning experience by way of continuing education opportunities for dental hygienist. The author notes on considering the factors in attending a continuing education course, such as the topic, speaker, location, cost and socialization. It also mentions that another point to consider is to clarify expectation from the course and planning what to do after taking the continuing education course.

The author reflects on the dental hygiene business in the U.S. The hygiene department is the second largest production center in the dental practice, and provides support for the practice as a whole. IN order for hygienists to provide the excellence to which they are committed, everyone needs to be fully aware of the costs associated with the daily operations of running the business of dentistry and dental hygiene.

The article discusses the dental hygiene diagnosis which requires critical evaluation as it is needed for periodontal treatment. It states that the role of a dental hygienist is pivotal in helping patients maintain their overall health and its role seems to be becoming more complex. Moreover, the five areas to assess in gathering patient's pertinent information are also presented. Furthermore, it discusses the process of diagnosing patient's condition.

The article offers report related to the bills relating to dental hygiene sent to the Governor on July 1, 2006 through June 1, 2007. NM HB 881, signed on March 29, includes dental hygienist in the Allied Health Student Loan for Service Act. IA HB925 signed on May 11, establishes the office of public health dental director and an oral health bureau. IA IA ADC 650-10.5, issued as emergency rule on May 23, the rule adds nursing homes to settings for public health supervision.

The article reports that faculty members from all dental hygiene program met on April 13, 2007 to discuss issues facing the dental health hygiene profession, current dental hygiene educational programs and future of dental hygiene education in Arizona. A panel of dental hygiene experts presented their views on issues and have agreed that the first step toward the future is to transform to serve the people better by placing the client/patient at the center of legislative issues.

The article focuses on the increasing market value of dental hygienist as the new decision maker. It is suggested that oral hygiene products manufacturers are targeting dental hygiene professionals because they influence the purchasing decisions of dental practitioners and their patients. It is viewed that manufacturers are availing the service of dental hygienists as an industry reporter to enhance the quality of their product.

The article presents information on health care related legislative bills introduced in the U.S. in 2007. It is noted that these bills will provide patients with better accessibility to dental hygiene services in public health, institutional and other alternative settings. It is reported that the Indiana Dental Hygienists' Association House Bill 1376 will allow dental hygienists to administer prophylaxis, fluoride applications and sealants to school children under a dentist's treatment plan.

The article discusses the significance aesthetics dentistry and maintaining aesthetic restorations. Aesthetic dentistry is an important component of all dentistry because it aimed to maintain the ideal natural beauty of teeth which will enhance the patient's smile and appearance. Moreover, the dental hygienist has an important role in educating the patient and maintaining the health of the oral complex.

The article focuses on the American Board of Dental Examiners (ADEX), a licensure examination, which provides professional mobility to oral health care professionals in the United States. The ADEX is composed of representatives from every state dental board, dental hygienists and public members from each of the 13 districts. The clinical component of the examination is based on the criteria assimilated from several states and regional resource materials. The National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, a comprehensive achievement examination in the theory of dental hygiene, differs from the ADEX.