Effects of Synthetic Cannabinoid Use

Synthetic Cannabinoid Use: Oral health professionals need to be aware of the systemic and oral health effects of the substances in this class of drugs

It\u27s Time to Go Back to the Basics

Ultrasonic instrumentation is used today by many dental hygienists and dentists around the world. However, with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, dental procedures involving aerosol production are contraindicated, leading to the question, “Is it time to return to hand scaling?

Assessing Participant Feedback to Dental Screenings Provided by Dental Hygiene Students and Follow-up Dental Hygiene Care in New York City

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to validate the association between dental screenings and follow-up care to support the level of awareness of dental hygiene services available in the community by increasing access to care and determine patients’ knowledge of dental insurance status. Methods: A first-time dental screening was conducted, and complimentary care was provided for those who followed through with dental hygiene care at the clinic. Survey questionnaires were administered to participants following screening and clinic care. Results: Ten participants of the 50 screened received care at the clinic. Less than half of those screened (41 %) had a dental visit over a year ago. Most participants were not aware of the low-cost dental services available. Twenty percent (20%) of participants did not know if they had dental insurance coverage. Conclusions: Dental screening participants are likely to schedule an appointment for dental services. Raising awareness of low-cost dental care services available in the community by offering screenings at local events may increase access to care. Keywords: dental screenings, oral health, dental hygiene car

Understanding the New Blood Pressure Guidelines

Oral health professionals who are well versed in the new guidelines will be best prepared to handle the implications on patient care

An Update on Cardiovascular Disease

In the United States, cardiovascular is the leading cause of death in men and women, and most racial and ethnic groups. There are several types of heart conditions; the most common type is coronary heart disease, also known as coronary artery disease or ischemic heart disease, which can cause acute myocardial infarction. Other heart conditions which can lead to heart failure include a past history of myocardial infarction, abnormal heart valves, heart muscle disease, or congenital heart muscle disease. In adults ages 65 and younger, approximately 2 in 10 deaths are caused from coronary artery disease and about 18.2 million adults (6.7%) ages 20 and older have coronary heart disease. Cardiovascular disease, along with stroke, are among the most preventable non-communicable diseases

Managing the Threat of Covid-19

Oral health professionals should remain up-to-date on Covid-19 to prevent its transmission in the dental practice

Coronavirus Transmission In the Dental Setting

Oral health professionals should remain up-to-date on the coronavirus, and clinical measures to prevent its transmission in the dental setting

Vaccination Recommendations for Oral Health Professionals

Dental teams should familiarize themselves with vaccination recommendations to reduce the risk of infectious diseases and better educate patients about the importance of immunization

Protecting Public Health

In light of declining vaccination rates, oral health professionals need to be knowledgeable about current vaccine recommendations so they can best advise their patients and support public health