Hello, clinicians!

Lead aprons, hygiene temping, and … woke coke? Yes, you read that correctly. These are all trending topics in today’s dental world that are worth knowing about. Get caught up on the latest by scrolling and reading below.

Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH
Editorial Director

In this issue: 

📲 Survey results: Use, perceptions of lead shielding in dentistry

🫀 Medical History Mysteries: How does oral inflammation get to the heart?

🛑 “Woke coke” may be ethically sourced, but it’s still terrible for oral health

👟 Why are hygienists turning to temping?