DIQ Clinical Insights - Apr 30th, 2024
 
 
Oral-systemic health no longer on the fringe
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April 30, 2024

Hello, clinicians!

Could license portability be a major turning point in dentistry? Many professionals think so. What does the DDH Compact mean for you? Find out in today’s article.

Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH
Editorial Director


In this issue:

🏛️ Only two states away: What you need to know about the Dental Hygiene Compact license

👤 The far-reaching effects of oral-systemic health

📆 Block booking and chart audits: The dental hygiene edition

Dentistry Unmasked: How dentists can protect themselves from an attack

🥽 Dental unit waterline decontamination and patient safety: Are we doing enough?

The Dental Hygiene Compact license is moving forward. If you have concerns, you’re not alone. But there are some good things too. Here’s what you need to know about this important licensure concept.
Oral-systemic health is no longer a subject on the fringe. Research shows it has far-reaching effects, and this puts dental professionals who see their patients frequently in a perfect position to make a difference. Here are some resources.
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Dental professionals are wired to plan for future success, and one way to do that is to prepare for patients with a block booking system and chart audits. Here’s how to implement these systems into your practice.
After two high-profile tragedies in dental offices, it's time to get real about safety. Drs. Pam and David are joined by retired Lt. Frank Borelli to discuss strategies and tips.
Dr. Joshua Austin interviews Dr. Mindy Gil, a periodontist in Newnan, Georgia, about patient safety in her practice and her thoughts on dental unit waterline decontamination.