Dive into evidence-based clinical content that supports your practice. This collection features expert insights and practical strategies on essential topics including fluoride therapy, infection control protocols, and patient care innovations. Whether you’re looking to refresh your knowledge or explore new approaches, these resources are designed to strengthen your clinical expertise.
This content is presented in partnership with Colgate® Oral Pharmaceuticals Inc.
FREE: RDH Investigates Course
Recorded October 19, 2024 | 5.0 CE
“RDH Investigates” features case studies, expert discussions, and CE sessions recorded live in Stamford, CT. Case studies include: Caries Management with Fluoride, Critical Role of Professional Dental Care and Dental Homecare to Retain Dentition, and Optimizing Your Bleaching Workflow: Practice Management Solutions and Patient Assessments When Using Colgate Optic White, and more. Take the course for free through Oct. 31.
DO OR DRY – XEROSTOMIA
An 84-year-old male presented for a routine prophylaxis and disclosed a complex medical history. Examination and clinical assessments reveal a new oral lesion and increased bleeding upon probing. Individual remarked having a dry mouth from his CPAP machine. His chief complaint is obtaining a refill for whitening trays.
DIY ORTHODONTIA
A 21-year-old female patient presented for a routine prophylaxis. Examination and clinical assessments reveal mobility, sensitivity, and erythematous gingival tissue on maxillary central incisors. For several years she had repeatedly applied rubber bands to her own teeth to attempt to close a diastema.
ONCOLOGY PATIENT CASE
Alex is a middle-aged patient who recently completed chemotherapy. She reports oral discomfort, and her salivary flow test reveals significantly reduced saliva production. Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is being considered as part of her treatment plan.
RDH INVESTIGATES PODCAST
Dental hygienists are oral health detectives – expertly investigating, identifying and advising. Matt, Amanda and Phyllis discuss importance of hygienists’ investigative expertise and their unique role in uncovering signs, identifying issues, and recommending treatment and products to their patients.
NDHM: A time for career innovation
By Erin Haley-Hitz, MS, BSDH, RDH, FADHA, MAADH
Learn strategies to leverage the power of innovation plus 5 tips to help spark innovation in your dental hygiene career!
NDHM: Education is our calling
By Dawn Ann Dean, MSDH, RDH, CTTS, FADHA
Discover the critical role of education in the dental hygiene profession and the benefits you gain from lifelong learning.
NDHM: An Excellent time to volunteer
By Becky Smith, EdD, CRDH, FADHA
See how community and volunteerism fit hand in hand with the spirit of dental hygiene and are an easy way to give back to your community and your profession.
NDHM: Advocacy for your patients, your profession, and yourself
By Lancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS, FADHA
Advocacy is the driving force behind a compassionate, patient-centered, and equitable health-care system. Learn tips to advocate for your patients, profession and self!
