Introduction: Cold plasma, also known as Low Temperature Atmospheric Pressure Plasma (LTAPP)
is a novel technology consisting of neutral and charged particles, including free …

Purpose. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of two oral rinses-one 0.12%
chlorhexidine rinse (CHX) and one herbal rinse (HBR)-on gingival health status over time. …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine if vital tooth whitening affects oral
health–related quality of life (OHRQOL) in adults age 50 years and older, and if tooth whitening …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of dental magnification
loupes on posture during instrumentation. Methods: A convenience sample of 27 right-handed …

Purpose: Workplace bullying in health care has been identified as a problem that negatively
affects career satisfaction, career longevity and patient outcomes. The purpose of this pilot …

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between volatile sulphur compounds
(VSC) and gingival health status, and to monitor the changes in VSC in early dental …

An ultrasonographic periodontal probe has been developed that offers the potential for earlier
detection of periodontal disease activity, non-invasive diagnosis, and greater reliability of …

Purpose: This study compared the effectiveness of the VELscope® Vx versus visual and tactile
intraoral examination in detecting oral lesions in an adult, high risk population. Methods: …

Purpose. The purpose of this literature review is to document the contributions dental hygienists
have made over the past 3 decades to improve the nation’s oral health. This historical …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to survey entry-level dental hygiene program
directors in the United States (US) to assess their perceptions of dental hygienists with visible …