Does expanding a hygienist's scope of practice translate to improved oral healthcare at the state level? Researchers from New York believe it does, according to the results of a survey published this ...

The type of toothbrush bristles you use every day can have a negative impact on your oral health. Ekaterina Demidova via Getty Images Dental hygienists know a thing or two about keeping teeth healthy.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dental hygienists know a thing or two about keeping teeth healthy. After all, they spend most of their days looking into people’s ...

Americans are not able to take care of their teeth like they should, and it has severe consequences. Dental hygienists can help address this problem, but only if state policymakers consider ...

Throughout my 25+ years as a member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association and a volunteer at regional, state, and national levels, I've watched the evolution of our profession. Let me be ...

This is the latest in the Health Affairs Forefront featured topic, Medicare and Medicaid Integration. The featured topic includes analysis, proposals, and commentary that will inform policies on the ...

Maintaining proper dental hygiene is crucial at any age, but it becomes especially important for seniors. As people age, they are more susceptible to oral health issues such as gum disease, ...

Lucie Hobbs-Johnson poses in Aruba with a giant tooth. “I’m a late bloomer,” says Lucie Hobbs-Johnson with a broad smile. At the age of 49, she’s just finished her first year of dental hygiene school ...

Painted Sky Dental to bring preventive dental care directly to local seniors, with a focus on comfort, oral health maintenance, and personalized support. Registered dental hygienist Courtney Justice ...

Dental hygienists in New York will be able to practice without direct supervision of a dentist by mid-2027, opening the door to a new semi-independent business model within the sector. Gov. Kathy ...