September 2008

Business
Why do people think that going five years without seeing the hygienist can be fixed in just 10 minutes? The patient was shocked to hear she'd have to return for another visit to complete the other half of the mouth.
Clinical
Trisha E. O'Hehir, RDH, BS, Editorial Director, Hygienetown Magazine
Xlear, Inc.
A Townie from Canada wants to know what instruments other hygienists put in their tray set-ups. Everyone has their favorite instrument.
Most students face the question of working during the dental hygiene program. Some have no choice and have to work. Others suggest that studying is more important than the little money earned.
A medication taken by this particular patient leads to nausea and an extreme gag reflex. Townies share their secrets for overcoming the gag reflex in order to complete treatment.
Extras
Trisha E. O'Hehir, RDH, BS, Editorial Director, Hygienetown Magazine
Thanks Mom!
Love: As Seen Through the Eyes of Children
Research
Trisha E. O'Hehir, RDH, BS, Editorial Director, Hygienetown Magazine
Vol. 20 No. 7
Xylitol

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