An Exciting Time for Hygiene

In assembling this special supplement to Inside Dentistry, it’s become apparent that the dental hygiene industry is anything but stagnant. To the contrary, things are moving fast. Changes prompted by the implementation of the healthcare law, ever-improving technologies, and greater understanding of the effects of inflammation are some of the factors pushing dental hygiene’s role gradually closer to center stage in overall healthcare.

Inside Dental Hygiene’s focus is twofold: helping dental practices maximize their hygiene department and resources, and, most importantly, offering insights into providing optimal care for patients. We hope the strategies and ideas presented—from diagnosis and treatment approaches, to the use of emerging innovations, and more—help you deliver better, more productive hygiene services.

Robert C. Margeas, DDS
Editor-in-Chief
Inside Dentistry