oral health | LifeGuard Approach

IF YOU FAIL TO LOOK

Detecting oral cancer in its earliest stages saves lives, eases suffering, reduces morbidity, and ameliorates post-surgery recovery.

TAKE TIME TO PROTECT YOUR PATIENTS DURING THEIR CLEANING VISIT

Taking the time to listen to your patients and perform screenings will improve their health and your dental practice.

ORAL HEALTH IS CRITICAL FOR A HEALTHY LIFESPAN

Your oral health is more important than you might realize. Learn how the health of your mouth, teeth and gums can affect your general health

UNDERSTANDING TONGUE-TIES IN CHILDREN

Learn how to identify and help a dental patient with a tongue tie as a hygienist.

BOOK REVIEW: THE DENTAL DIET

Learning to treat your patients, with oral health at the base, is the best way to be a LifeGuard. The Dental Diet is a great resource.

WHY DENTAL HYGIENIST APPOINTMENTS ARE VITAL FOR LONG-TERM PATIENT HEALTH

Taking the time to examine a patient's airway or to ask questions about a patient's lifestyle will reveal underlying issues.