Dental Education

OraBiologics: Supporting Patients Through Salivary Testing, Education, and Guided Care

Posted on by Kim Blaise
As salivary diagnostics continue to play a growing role in periodontal and oral–systemic care, one of the ongoing challenges for clinicians is ensuring patients fully understand their results—and are prepared to take meaningful next steps. OraBiologics was created to support this exact need. Rooted in biologic dentistry and oral–systemic health, OraBiologics is a member-based platform designed to help individuals better understand the connection between oral pathogens and whole-body he...
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So You Want to Be a Dental Hygienist

Posted on by Lisa Nitkowski, RDH
I have always referred to the dental hygiene profession as a hidden gem. Most people don’t truly understand what it means to be a dental hygienist — how special this profession is, not just for those of us who practice it, but for everyone we encounter along the way; whether they are our patients, teammates, or professional colleagues.  When I entered dentistry twenty years ago as a dental assistant with no experience and no family background in healthcare, other than regular visits to my den...
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A Game-Changing Preceptorship in Nashville: Your Invitation to Transform Patient Care

Posted on by Dr. Bradley Bale and Dr. Amy Doneen
The world of preventative medicine is evolving—and once again, the BaleDoneen Method® is a leader in the space. We're excited to share an upcoming continuing education opportunity hosted by BaleDoneen. If you’re a healthcare provider driven by purpose and passion, you won’t want to miss the upcoming BaleDoneen Preceptorship, happening October 9–11, 2025, in vibrant Nashville, Tennessee at the Southwestern Conference Center. This isn't just another continuing education opportunity. It’s a ...
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Why I Teach Salivary Testing as a Dental Hygiene Instructor

Posted on by Lisa Proffitt, RDH, BS
  I am a dental hygienist and have spent most of my career in a periodontal practice. Most recently I split my time at Dr. Steven Peiser’s office and serve as a faculty member at Goodwin College in Connecticut teaching Oral Pathology to dental hygiene students. It has been so exciting to teach this course and share my knowledge and experience.  Specifically, I most enjoy teaching about the relationship of pathogenic bacteria to the oral-systemic link which is crucial to understand wh...
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