The purpose of this study was to determine the nonmedical use of prescription attention
deficit disorder (ADD) stimulant medication among dental and dental hygiene students. A …

Most dental schools teach students about domestic abuse, but it is unknown if this information
is ever applied in practice. This study was conducted to determine whether domestic …

The media has given much attention to the academic cheating crisis in America. A majority
of college students believe that, in today's global environment, it is necessary to cheat in …

Purpose: There is a growing body of evidence that suggests improved oral health can help
patient outcomes in hospitals. Yet there are indicators that oral care in hospitals is less than …

Purpose: The 5 year survival rates for oral cancer have not changed in the last 50 years. A
simple intra– and extra–oral examination provided by health care professionals could help to …

A national survey of dental hygienists was conducted to explore ethical issues arising from
the use of live patients for dental hygiene clinical licensure examinations. Data were collected …

The elderly are the nation's fastest‐growing population, and the number of elder abuse victims
has reached epidemic proportions. In Texas, dentists and dental hygienists are mandated …

… McCann, RDH, MS, is associate professor and director of Planning and Assessment;
Patricia R. Campbell, RDH, MS, is associate professor and clinic coordinator of dental hygiene: …

Purpose. Research studies have demonstrated the need for and the ability of dental hygienists
to provide local anesthetics for pain control and reduction of patient anxiety. Although two-…

Highly publicized reports and current research on cheating in dental schools and dental
hygiene programs have created a resurgence of proactive measures in the deterrence of …