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Why do some periodontal sites continue to bleed despite regular maintenance and good home care? Beth Parkes, RDH, BSc, explores the research behind hydrogen peroxide therapy and how Perio Protect's custom tray delivery system may help manage persistent periodontal bleeding as an adjunct to scaling and root planing. Discover the science behind targeted subgingival delivery, clinical outcomes, and practical considerations for incorporating this approach into periodontal care.

Is built-in silane as effective over time? Explore BISCO's bond strength testing and why silane chemistry matters when bonding to glass ceramics.

Zirconia restorations can still debond even when placed correctly. The real culprits are usually contamination, skipped air abrasion, or a missing MDP primer — not the material itself. Here's the clinical workflow that gets a reliable bond every time, step by step.

Can you simplify area-specific instrumentation without sacrificing precision? Beth Parkes, RDH, shares why LM Dual Gracey Syntette curettes have become a go-to in her clinical practice, offering mesial and distal access with fewer instrument changes and a more efficient workflow.

Wizard Wedges are back in production and now available through Curion. Discover the same trusted solid birch wooden wedges clinicians have relied on for decades.

Choosing the right instrument for anterior calculus removal can improve efficiency, precision, and clinician comfort. In this clinical review, Beth Parkes, RDH, explains why the LM NV1 earned a permanent place in her cassette. Learn how its innovative hybrid sickle-and-disc design enhances access to tight anterior contacts, simplifies supragingival calculus and extrinsic stain removal, and supports more confident anterior instrumentation.

Digital impressions are only as accurate as the preparation margins a scanner can see. Learn why effective gingival retraction, moisture control, and margin visibility are essential for predictable digital impressions, and what to look for when choosing a retraction cord for today's digital workflows.

Are prophy cups still relevant in the era of air polishing? Explore what the evidence says about rubber cup polishing, air polishing and biofilm management, and why the right approach ultimately depends on the patient and clinical situation.

VisionButler is an autoclavable silicone retractor designed to improve visibility, patient comfort, and efficiency across hygiene, restorative, whitening, orthodontics, imaging, and photography. Learn how this small innovation can streamline workflow while reducing waste and cost per procedure.

Dull instruments affect efficiency, ergonomics, and productivity. This article looks at why sharpening is such a challenge, and what options dental hygienists have today.

Since 1991, Curion has proudly supplied high-quality dental products that meet Health Canada standards. According to manufacturer records, unauthorized online sellers have recently been identified offering BISCO and other premium brands. Learn how purchasing from these sources may put your practice at risk for compliance and product safety issues.