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Diabetes is a global disparity and most notably impacts those who are diagnosed as well as those with pre-diabetes or undiagnosed diabetes. Let’s discuss how to become better patient advocates in the screening, management and maintenance of diabetic cases.

Floss & Flip-Flops Episode 11: Diabetes Health Month

Lynne Slim is an award-winning dental author who has published extensively in dental/dental hygiene journals including 

Journal of the Western Society of Periodontology

. She was the periodontal columnist for RDH magazine for about 17 years and is now a columnist for 

 and is a member of their advisory board. In 2003, Lynne founded Perio C Dent, a dental practice management company that specializes in the incorporation of non-surgical periodontal therapy into the hygiene department of the general dental practice.

As a key opinion leader in the dental industry, Lynne is frequently asked to review new products and write product reviews. She participates in product development and is consulted about consumer/RDH product awareness. Lynne received the Philips Oral Healthcare “Mentor of Distinction” award at the 2012 ADHA Annual Session.

Articles

Probing depths alone aren’t a reliable indicator of periodontal support, and it is important to be thorough and precise in order to get the best treatment for the patient. 

Periodontitis is Not Diagnosed by Probing Depths Alone

This study from the University of Michigan researched heart attack patients who received perio care, finding that they spent less time in the hospital. 

University of Michigan Study Demonstrates Better Outcomes for Perio Patients Post Heart Attack

Presenting the Dental Product Innovations Named Winners of the 2022 Cellerant Best of Class Technology Award.

The Standout Dental Technologies Of 2022

Oral-B and Straumann will form this alliance to help educate people on prevention of tooth loss and implant loss. 

Oral-B and Straumann Partner for Periodontal and Peri-Implant Prevention Education

A look at the newest product releases in the dental industry.

July 2022 New Products

Caries Assist is designed to allow clinicians to detect caries accurately and reduces the rate of missed lesions.

Overjet's AI Caries Assist Platform Receives FDA Clearance

Kristin Hohman has served as Associate Editor of Dental Products report since 2019. She has a background in journalism and digital content. Kristin can be reached at khohman@mjhlifesciences.com.

This diode laser combines power with versatility and dual-wavelength design.

5Ws* Gemini EVO™ 

Ms. Newkirk received her dental hygiene degree from the University of Alaska, Anchorage, in 1981. A recognized key opinion leader in periodontal endoscopy, Suzanne has published numerous articles and co-authored several dental textbook chapters on minimally invasive non-surgical periodontal therapy with use of the dental endoscope.

Ms. Newkirk is the national and international dental endoscopy instructor for Zest Dental Solutions and is a professional speaker. Her website is: 

Demand for registered dental hygienists is likely to continue to grow, especially with an aging population that requires more involved dental care.

Evolution of Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy Part 3: Future Outlook

This month, the Sanders sisters turn their focus to heart health, the role clinicians have in prevention, and how the medical and dental professions can partner in prevention efforts.

Periodontics