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Experiences of Dental Hygienists Providing Restorative Care

Melissa Ray, Crystal Kanderis Lane and Ellen J. Rogo
American Dental Hygienists' Association October 2023, 97 (5) 128-142;
Melissa Ray
Department of Dental Hygiene, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID, USA
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Crystal Kanderis Lane
Department of Dental Hygiene, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID, USA
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Ellen J. Rogo
Department of Dental Hygiene, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID, USA
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