Home HealthTopics Health Centers Reference Library Research
Join us on Facebook Join us on Facebook Share on Facebook
Share

Dental Hygiene

Dental hygienists are a vital part of the team that meets the oral and overall health needs of patients. While dental hygienists are best known for cleaning teeth, they do much more. They provide treatment for early and moderate gum disease. They take, process, and interpret x-rays (radiographs); apply sealants and fluorides to teeth; and document patient care. They also play an important role as prevention specialists. They teach patients appropr (More)

Understanding Dental Hygiene

  • Dental X-rays
  • Oral Health/Dental Specialists
  • Watch Your Mouth! (Multi-media partnership)
  • Dental Health: From the NIH
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Tobacco Use and Periodontal Disease (American Academy of Periodontology)

    • Commonly Asked Questions

  • Are Treatments Available for Sensitive Teeth?
  • Can My Child Use Adult Toothpaste?
  • Do Dental Kits Work?
  • How Is Whiteness of Teeth Measured?
  • Is Dental Polishing Safe?
  • What Does the Radiation in Dental X-Rays Compare to?
  • What Is Pulp Testing?
  • Will Restaining Occur After Whitening?

    • Additional Information

  • Symptoms and Tests
  • Treatment
  • The Body

    • Ask an Expert

    Most Recent Questions

    Dental X-Rays
    Dental School
    Cleaning Tooth Brushes
    Stained Teeth
    X-Rays

    More | (This area is not currently accepting questions)

    Meet one of our experts:

    NetWellness Expert Susan Bauchmoyer Susan Bauchmoyer, RDH, EFDA, MS
    Other Experts

    Get Help With ...

    Staying Healthy
    Finding Low-Cost and Free Medical Care
    Finding Low-Cost Dental Care
    Non-English Websites
    Healthy Smiles Sealant Program at Case School of Dental Medicine
    (More)

    Related Topics and Conditions

    Bleeding Gums
    Braces
    Cavities
    (More)