We have been busy contacting local Utah Health Departments to find out updates on how and when dentistry can receive their vaccine. Here a bit of information we have been gathering. Please note that this info is changing regularly and we will update as we hear. 1. It seems like health departments are heading the scheduling and administering of both rounds of the vaccine. 2. Each county has a different number of vaccines, nurses, space, etc, so it’s hard to say exactly when yo

Almost all oral disease is preventable, yet our nation continues to be challenged by an oral health access crisis. New types of dental providers and workforce models are needed to meet the oral health needs of the public. This symposium will address the contributions dental hygienists and dental therapists are making to improve access to care. Further, curricular models that support primary care concepts will be emphasized. Dental hygiene administrators and educators will ex

We all know there are so many different instruments brands, designs, and makes on the market. Going to a dental convention and seeing the rows and tables full of instruments can be a bit overwhelming! However, we've asked dental hygienists from all over the state to hear about their very favorite instrument to use during the day. Here are a few different recommendations that dental hygienists suggested. "American Eagle XP N1- I love the scoop/spoon for all concavities through