RDH Magazine

RDH Magazine: Clinical insights and career growth for dental hygienists

RDH Magazine is a publication specializing in dental hygiene that, since 1981, has provided registered dental hygienists with key information for their professional growth and patient care. Its activity revolves around a website, a magazine, podcasts, videos, and events, with content on patient care, ergonomics, infection control, pathology, and career development.

Editorial content and topic areas

The publication organizes its content into sections such as Patient Care, Ergonomics, Infection Control, Pathology, and Career & Profession. Topics covered include common patient misunderstandings and clinical communication strategies, suicide prevention from the dental chair, oxidative stress in the oral cavity, airway assessment at the hygiene appointment, bruxism and its relationship to respiratory health, artificial intelligence in dentistry, the use of hand instruments versus ultrasonics, ergonomics and muscle fatigue, cross-contamination in glove placement, infection control errors, the use of instrument cassettes, identifying suspicious skin changes during head and neck exams, and antivirulence strategies against P. gingivalis.

Formats and distribution channels

In addition to written articles, RDH Magazine produces podcasts such as the RDH Magazine Podcast and A Tale of Two Hygienists, and videos such as the RDH Clinical Minute series, which covers clinical tools like NIRI, Occlusogram, Gumlines, and Oral Health Report. The publication also offers newsletters, a magazine with a digital edition and archive, and sponsored content.

Education and events

The publication organizes RDH Under One Roof (UOR), an exclusive gathering for dental hygienists that includes education, speakers, hands-on learning, and networking. The 2027 edition will be held July 8–10 in Nashville, TN. It also features a special conference and continuing education (CE) opportunities.

Affiliated brands and professional services

RDH Magazine is part of a group with affiliated brands such as RDH Under One Roof, Dental Economics, DentistryIQ, and Perio-Implant Advisory. For interested professionals, it offers a solutions lab, white papers, free samples, innovation awards, editorial submissions, and subscriptions to the magazine and newsletters.