#DentalHygienist

Krista Dufour RDH

Feb 6, 20221 min read

Oral probiotics: Keeping a healthy balance

Probiotics are healthy bacteria. They’re mostly known for their impact on digestive health. Research is starting to show that they can...

Krista Dufour RDH

Mar 23, 20211 min read

Covid-19 and your oral health!

Practicing good oral hygiene will help to keep your gums healthy which will help to prevent diseases such as the novel Coronavirus...

Krista Dufour RDH

Mar 23, 20211 min read

Covid-19 Protocols are now in place!

Dental Hygienists are mandated and supported to uphold the Highest standards for Infection prevention and control and Reprocessing....

Krista Dufour RDH

Mar 23, 20211 min read

What the heck is Interim Stabilization Therapy...?

Interim Stabilization Therapy (IST) is a temporary restorative procedure which arrests dental decay through a therapeutic release of...

Krista Dufour RDH

Mar 12, 20211 min read

Oral Cancer...What you really need to know!

Oral cancer screening may be the best way to detect oral cancer early and dental hygienists have an important role. Screening for oral...

Krista Dufour RDH

Mar 12, 20211 min read

Making good oral health a priority may save your life!

Gum disease, also called gingivitis, is inflammation of the gums. It’s usually the result of plaque building up on your teeth due to less...

Krista Dufour RDH

Mar 12, 20211 min read

Hate floss? No problem...Let's talk about it!

Gone are the days where your dental professional wags a scolding finger at your less then desirable flossing habits. Vocabulary is...