Extraoral ExamA thorough extraoral examination can lead to the detection of abnormalities in the throat area, including thyroid cancer. This video includes an examination of the soft tissues of the head and neck. It will be performed thoroughly and systematically to ensure that no parts are missed. The extraoral head and neck soft tissue examination includes checking for asymmetries, a lymph node examination and a temporomandibular (TMJ) joint examination.
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Welcome to Registered Dental Hygienist Development, brought to you by Margaret Newville RDH, MEd. This resource is intended for both dental hygiene students and their faculty. Browse videos demonstrating the basic instrumentation used in beginning scaling techniques. There are also sample images of radiographs to practice identifying normal and abnormal findings. Expansion of RDH Development is in progress so check back frequently!
Midterms are over so we have reached the half-way point in the semester. It is important to focus on what you accomplished and not get discouraged by the amount of work that is still to be done. A famous quote to think about is: “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” by Abraham Lincoln. We only have 6 more weeks so “just keep swimming” as a wise Junior once said. More News