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Looking back, moving forward: A reflection for National Dental Hygiene Month
During National Dental Hygiene Month, Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, advises hygienists to reflect on their purpose and turn their insights into transformative care for patients.
October 13, 2025
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Partnership, not titles: The future of dental hygienists in dentistry
The future of dental hygiene lies in treating hygienists as collaborative partners in care, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
September 22, 2025
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Leveraging LinkedIn for career growth in dentistry
LinkedIn is a dental professional's digital storefront where credibility is built, networks expand, and career opportunities are created through steady engagement, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
August 29, 2025
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Setting the standard in your operatory: Aligning dental teams and elevating care
Excellence in your operatory is not about perfection. It’s about delivering consistent care your patients can count on, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
August 28, 2025
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Is dental hygiene really a stable profession?
Dental hygiene remains a stable, rewarding career ... if supported by the right environment, personal growth, and advocacy, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Success depends on navigating challenges, avoiding burnout, and embracing career development.
August 4, 2025
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When silence speaks loudly: Why dental team members shut down
Silence in your dental practice isn’t harmless. It can indicate deeper issues with trust, safety, and communication, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
July 18, 2025
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Where else can this go? A path to possibility in dental hygiene.
Stay ahead in your dental hygiene career with expert insights and actionable tips from Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
July 10, 2025
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Replacing dental hygienists to solve workforce shortages can put patients at risk
Dental hygiene is increasingly seen as a technical function rather than a science-based, patient-focused profession, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
June 19, 2025
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Upgrading your thoughtware: How dental professionals can break free from limiting beliefs
Your dental career is not a fixed entity -- it's a dynamic expression of your values, skills, and chosen beliefs, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
May 30, 2025
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Fluoride, hydroxyapatite, and honest conversations: What we owe our patients
Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, says the fluoride conversation is about understanding function, science, and how we educate patients without creating confusion.
May 19, 2025
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Dentist who had patient death verdict vacated cops plea
By Melissa Busch
Dr. Jay Sadrinia was facing a new trial after a U.S. court vacated his previous guilty verdict and 20-year prison sentence.
October 31, 2025
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Patients feel ashamed, but dentists can do something about it
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Dental shame keeps patients away, but training in “shame competence” may help build trust and improve oral health outcomes.
October 31, 2025
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The dental hygienist's guide to thriving in a challenging field
By Dr. Ryan Hungate
Three dental hygienists share their thoughts on the profession as National Dental Hygiene Month comes to a close.
October 31, 2025
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3D-printed dentures: Dr. Tom Giacobbi's advice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Considering offering 3D-printed dentures in your practice? Dr. Tom Giacobbi has some advice for you.
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Cause of teen's death after dental visit revealed
By Melissa Busch
The cause of death of a teen who died shortly after a dental extraction has been determined.
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Sealants may help this caries type but not others
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Sealants on primary molars appeared to reduce and delay certain cavities but not all.
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Discussing innovations in imaging and dental implants with Dr. Theresa Wang
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Dr. Theresa Wang shares how innovative solutions are ensuring successful outcomes in challenging treatment cases and better patient experiences.
October 30, 2025
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30-minute 3D-printed restorations are in the works
By Ava Barros
Researchers have fine-tuned a technology that creates 3D-printed zirconia dental restorations in a single day.
October 30, 2025
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What to know about LinkIt and a digital workflow within Dentrix
By Kevin Henry
Learn how cutting-edge technology, especially imaging, is evolving and how hardware and software providers are collaborating to create seamless workflows.
October 30, 2025
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Often benign oral germ causes condition that kills healthy woman
By Melissa Busch
A healthy 52-year-old woman died after developing a pyopneumothorax, caused by a typically benign mouth germ.
October 29, 2025
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Podcast: What impact will the merger of dental examining boards have on dentistry?
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Alexander Vandiver, CEO of the American Board of Dental Examiners, discusses licensure changes, exam portability in exams, and what's next for dentistry.
October 29, 2025
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Clinical tip: The importance of lab work for specific dental cases
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Chris Campbell emphasizes the importance of lab work in some dental cases, particularly when treating adolescents or children with trauma.
October 29, 2025
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