Many dental hygienists consider it part of their job to detect the presence of inflammation which leads to other diseases such as diabetes, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, hypertension, etc., etc. Dental Hygienists no longer just “clean” teeth.

After taking this course the dental hygienist should be able to have a clear understanding of their role which goes beyond a “cleaning” for their patient. When you share this information with the entire team and implement what you learn, you become more focused on the patients total wellness not just a tooth.