As with any other profession, dental hygienists become so involved with the specifics of their own area that other important clinical situations related to dental hygiene may go unnoticed. Examples are: Is a fixed bridge loose or not? How should composite resin restorations be polished, and with what? Can gold alloy restorations be injured with scalers? Should ultrasonic scalers be used on teeth containing posts or inlays? How can you avoid damage to a porcelain crown or implant? The information shared by Dr. Christensen will help improve dental hygienist knowledge, avoid clinical challenges, and improve patient care and satisfaction.
