RDH Magazine, July 2009 ARTICLES

Volume: 29

Issue: 7

July 2009

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For nearly 25 years, Donna Guerrero never treated a patient after earning her dental hygiene degree.

Who has tight hamstrings? I do! I do!

Last month, immediately after submitting my previous article about eating, exercise, and taking care of “self,” I was asked to write a new article regarding hamstrings.

Trapezius Myalgia

Making hygiene a pain in the neck — or head

The Return of the ... Dreaded ‘Phossy Jaw’

During the early 19th century, it was discovered that adding yellow (now called white) phosphorous to matchstick heads made it easier to ignite matches.

Hygiene and the implant patient: A preventive perspective

Dental implants are a major investment, and with proper care can last a lifetime.

I can hear clearly now

Dental hygienist enjoys a rebirth through sound.

The sabotage of Assisted Hygiene

Working in an assisted hygiene model can be productive, professionally gratifying, and fun.

Common Problems, Uncommon Solutions

Sunstar Americas hosts a roundable discussion about that nagging issue of patient compliance

Editor's Note

Try 6-17-34-37-41-39

The Powerball soared up to $222 million the other night. I bought a ticket.

Reader's Forum

I found Cindy Quinn’s article on the value of evidence-based practice (May 2009 RDH) to be excellent.

Comfort Zone

Loss prevention

Forty years ago my purse was stolen out of a grocery cart. In a split second, my new and trendy blue suede purse was snatched.

From the Edge

Overcoming resistance

We all have a set of standards that lead us to ideal treatment protocol. Unfortunately, most of us also face daily barriers in executing the protocols we believe are most appropriate.

From the Podium

Front line RDH

Dental hygienists are on the front line, challenging patients about the need for early detection of a variety of health-related issues.

Hygiene Touch

Keep cool on the hot seat

Scheduling dilemmas are not enjoyable, especially in the hygiene realm. Patients are not pleased when they have to wait ...

Infection Control

That’s gross

Denver is filled with students. One of them is my precious daughter, Moe.

Oral Exams

The blue nevus

Your patient today is Mannie, a 25-year-old male who has recently moved to your city.

Periodontal Therapy

‘Say good night, Gracey’

Early fall in New England is enchanting. My husband and I decided to visit good friends in New Hampshire, a state that was made for road trips and mountain climbing.