Hand hygiene and immunizations are components of which Principle of Infection Control as defined by the CDC?

The primary bacteria associated with dental caries is ______.

It is the dental hygienist’s ethical responsibility to prevent harm, remove harm, and promote good. This ethical principle is known as

When discussing patient information, which serves as a review of the key aspects of the information presented so the client can ask for clarification?

Under Good Samaritan statutes, emergency care cannot be denied if providing such care is a part of a person’s job responsibilities. Dental hygienists have a duty to deliver emergency services within the scope of their training.

The act of carrying out the dental hygiene care plan is related to which ADHA Standard?

Each of the following characteristics is associated with intrinsic motivation EXCEPT one. Which is the exception?

Bridgett is a 42-year-old accountant. She is a new patient to your office and presents today with pain on the lower left. The periodontal assessment reveals generalized bleeding on probing and probing depths that are less than 3 mm with the exception of the interproximal molar areas where 5 mm depths are noted. A review of the medical history reveals hypertension and diabetes for which she takes lisinopril and metformin. Her latest A1c was 8.6. Radiographs reveal 1 mm bone loss between the molars and a radiolucency at the apex of tooth 19. Which oral condition should be addressed first with this patient?

Tooth abrasion is typically located around which portion of the tooth?

Brushing with power toothbrushes uses ______ force than with manual toothbrushes.