Intraprofessional Education Experiences in Dentistry: Dental hygienists' perceptions of collaboration with dentists.

Health care professionals (HCPs) working collaboratively can improve patient outcomes and also increase their understanding of each other's professional roles. This descriptive study aimed to explore dental hygienists' perceptions of collaboration with dentists and intraprofessional educational (IntraPE) experiences. A convenience sampling method was used to assess DHs perceptions of collaboration with dentists using the Interprofessional Collaboration Scale (ICS), a validated scale that measures perceptions of communication, accommodation, and isolation among HCPs.

Compassion Fatigue, Compassion Satisfaction, Burnout and Alcohol Use Among Dental Hygienists.

Aims: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between demographics, compassion fatigue (CF), compassion satisfaction (CS), burnout (BO) and alcohol use among dental hygienists (DHs).

Methods: The web-based survey consisting of two validated instruments [Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) and Professional Quality of Life] to measure alcohol use, CF, CS and BO was conducted with a convenience sample of DHs (n = 963).

Results: The completion rate was 81.

Experiences and characteristics of men working in dental hygiene.

Objective/purpose: There is limited research available about men working in the profession of dental hygiene. The purpose of this study was to explore the characteristics and experiences of men in dental hygiene.

Methods: Cross-sectional survey research was conducted with a purposive sample of male dental hygienists (n = 288).

Postpartum U.S. Women's Oral Health Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices During Pregnancy.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess oral health knowledge, attitudes, and practices of women who had given birth in the United States within the past 2 years, and to evaluate factors affecting women's dental service utilization during pregnancy.

Methods: This study used a descriptive, cross-sectional design and employed non-probability sampling methods. The 47-item questionnaire included: oral health behaviors (8), knowledge (5), attitudes (12), and practices during pregnancy (10), and demographic (12) questions.

Work Experiences of Male Dental Hygienists: A qualitative study.

The percentage of men entering the dental hygiene profession has increased from less than 1% of the workforce in 1999 to 6.1% in 2020. However, little is known about the experiences of male dental hygienists.

Self-Care Practices of Dental Hygiene Students.

Little is known about the self-care practices of dental hygiene students. The purpose of this study was to explore the self-care practices among dental hygiene students to examine the relationships between self-care practices, work hours, and caregiver responsibilities. The validated Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile [HPLP II] survey was used to assess a convenience sample of dental hygiene students (n=416) in the United States (US) and Canada.

Utilization of Periodontal Risk Assessment Tools in the Clinical Setting: Knowledge, attitudes and practice behaviors of dental hygienists.

Identifying individuals at risk for developing periodontal disease helps to prevent, treat, and manage this condition. The purpose of this study was to explore the knowledge, attitudes, and practice behaviors of dental hygienists regarding the use of periodontal risk assessment tools. This cross-sectional survey study used a convenience sample of dental hygienists recruited through social media and snowball sampling.

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of young adults regarding the impact of electronic cigarette use on oral health.

Background: The popularity and prevalence of electronic cigarette (EC) usage has continued to surge to 35 million worldwide, with one-half of users younger than 34 years. Despite emerging research suggesting deleterious oral health effects, the perceptions of EC users concerning oral health effects remain unknown. The purpose of this study was to explore knowledge, attitudes, and practices of young adults regarding the impact of EC use on oral health.

Oral Health Professionals Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Toward Patients with Depression.

Depression is a rising global health concern manifesting bidirectional relationships between chronic disease conditions such as type 2 diabetes and oral health. The purpose of this study was to explore the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oral health care professionals towards individuals with depression.: A 24-item, validated Knowledge Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey was used for this descriptive, cross-sectional study.

Faculty perceptions of student incivility in dental hygiene education.

Purpose/objective: Conflict and discourtesy between college students and faculty have become increasingly common in higher education. Fallout from uncivil student encounters can have numerous effects on educators' overall health and has been shown to negatively impact learning environments. This research assessed the severity and frequency of student incivility in dental hygiene education and explored the relationship uncivil behavior has on faculty feelings of confidence, career satisfaction, and longevity.

Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Dental Hygienists Regarding Diabetes Risk Assessments and Screenings.

Untreated and poorly controlled diabetes causes increased levels of blood glucose associated with poor periodontal disease outcomes. Dental hygienists can play a significant role in screening patients for diabetes mellitus, leading to referral and early diagnosis. The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and barriers faced by clinical dental hygienists regarding diabetes risk assessment and screenings.

What are the effects of photographic self-assessment on students' risk for musculoskeletal disorders using Rapid Upper Limb Assessment.

Purposes/objectives: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) affect the careers of dental professionals. Research suggests symptoms of MSD begin during educational careers. This sequential explanatory study aimed to determine if dental hygiene students' self-assessment using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) tool reduced the risk of MSD development and explore students' experiences using a risk tool.

Occupational stressors of dental hygienists in the United States.

Background: Demand of the work environment can cause stress. Stress can cause anxiety, depression, reduced productivity, job dissatisfaction, and health issues. Unfortunately, little attention has been placed on the stressors of dental hygienists.

Influence of a Smartphone Application on the Oral Health Practices and Behaviors of Parents of Preschool Children.

Numerous oral health promotion programs are directed at reducing the prevalence of early childhood caries. Smartphone applications (app) may be beneficial in oral health promotion. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of a smartphone app, based on the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), on the oral health behaviors of the parents of preschoolers.

Experiences and Challenges of Clinical Dental Hygienists Transitioning into Teaching Roles.

The purpose of this pilot study was to examine the experiences of novice dental hygiene faculty when transitioning from private practice into clinical teaching roles. A phenomenological qualitative study was performed using focus groups; data was collected from the responses provided from clinical faculty members during semi-structured interviews. Focus groups were comprised of three to four members.

Assessing Dental Hygiene Students' Test Anxiety in Examiner-Administered vs. Camera-Supervised OSCEs: A Pilot Study.

The aim of this pilot study was to measure and compare dental hygiene students' level of text anxiety and performance when being tested on an objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) using camera supervision versus direct examiner observation. This randomized, controlled trial, conducted in October 2016, assessed students' anxiety levels and performance using the Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale and performance on an OSCE. All 32 first-year students in one U.

Bridging the Theory-Practice Gap with Dental Hygiene Instrumentation Videos.

Dental educators are challenged to bridge the theory-practice gap to enhance the educational experience and meet the diverse learning needs of students. The aim of this study was to explore dental hygiene students' perceptions of the effectiveness, appeal, and satisfaction regarding instrumentation videos as a resource to improve learning in the clinical environment. All 152 first-year students in a U.

Dental Hygienists' Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice for Patients with Dental Anxiety.

The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge, education, attitudes, confidence, and practice of dental hygienists providing dental care to adult patients with dental anxiety (DA). A purposive sample of dental hygienists, using a snowball sampling technique, were recruited through social media sites. Inclusion criteria were limited to actively practicing, registered dental hygienists in the United States (U.

Variations in Periodontal Diagnosis Among Clinicians: dental hygienists' experiences and perceived barriers.

Research indicates clinicians face barriers when attempting to utilize evidence-based protocols for periodontal disease and periodontal disease diagnosis often varies between dental providers. The purpose of this study was to identify and better understand dental hygienists' perceived barriers and experiences during the process of diagnosing periodontal disease in clinical practice. This study used a qualitative design and a purposive sample of dental hygienists (n=20).

Interest in Dental Hygiene Therapy: a study of dental hygienists in Maine.

The purpose of this study was to assess the awareness of registered dental hygienists (RDHs), licensed in the state of Maine, regarding the midlevel dental hygiene therapist (DHT) provider model and to gather data regarding the degree of interest in enrolling in a DHT program. A quantitative cross-sectional study design with a non-probability purposive sampling of actively practicing RDHs in the state of Maine (n=1,284) was utilized for the web-based survey. Survey questions included awareness in the passage of DHT legislation, level of interest pursuing education and licensure in this midlevel provider model.

Treatment of a Culturally Diverse Refugee Population: Dental hygiene students' perceptions and experiences.

Dental hygiene professionals need to be prepared as part of their entry level education process, to treat the wide range of culturally diverse patients they may encounter in the United States. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the perceptions and experiences of a cohort of senior dental hygiene students in regards to their preparedness to treat a culturally diverse patient. A purposeful sample of second year dental hygiene students (n=18) participated in semi-structured group interviews before and after the treatment of a culturally diverse patient.

Childhood Obesity: Dental hygienists' beliefs attitudes and barriers to patient education.

Increasing childhood obesity rates present a significant threat to public health. The purpose of this study was to explore dental hygienists' (DH) beliefs, attitudes, knowledge, current practices, and barriers for assessing and educating patients about childhood obesity. A random sample of DHs (n=13,357) was selected and emailed a link to the validated survey.

Development and Testing of a Smartphone Application Prototype for Oral Health Promotion.

The purpose of this study was to develop and test a smartphone application (app) prototype, ToothSense, as an oral health promotion tool for the prevention of Early Childhood Caries (ECC) based on the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). A quantitative and qualitative design process based on the TPB was used for the app development in the first phase of the study. A behavioral intervention technologic model was used to document the app features design, accounting for Doshi's intervention strategies for the TPB.