A selection of faculty publications from the Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health Sciences, Old Dominion University.

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Submissions from 2024

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The Importance of Family Oral Health Education in Promoting Children's Oral Health, Denise C. McKinney and Melissa Sullivan

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Student Productivity Log: An Innovative Approach to Managing Clinic Sessions with No Patient, Tara L. Newcomb, Jessica Suedbeck, Lauren Eusner, and Amber W. Hunt

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Effects of Ultrasonic Use on Hearing Loss in Dental Hygienists: A Matched Pairs Design Study, Jessica Suedbeck, Emily A. Ludwig, James Blando, and Nathan Michalak

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Allied Dental Students' Perceived Knowledge, Confidence, and Attitudes Regarding Disaster Victim Identification Topics, Samantha C. Vest, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Marsha A. Voelker, Ann M. Bruhn, Tara L. Newcomb, and Sinjini Sikdar

Submissions from 2023

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Dental Hygiene Students' Matching Accuracy When Comparing Antemortem Dental Radiographs and Oral Photographs to Simulated Postmortem WinID3® Odontograms, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Amber W. Hunt, Emily Ludwig, and Tara L. Newcomb

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Pediatric Oral Health: Advances and Challenges, Denise M. Claiborne

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Colour-Blind Racial Attitudes in Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Students in Virginia, Emily Ludwig and Jessica Suedbeck

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Cheiloscopy Patterns in Individuals With and Without Parafunctional Oral Habits: A Cross-Sectional Observation Pilot Study, Emily Regan, Brenda Bradshaw, Ann Bruhn, Walter Melvin, and Sinjini Sikdar

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Population Variations of Cheiloscopy Patterns: A Cross-Sectional Observation Pilot Study, Emily Smith Regan, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Ann M. Bruhn, Walter Melvin, and Sinjini Sikdar

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Pinch Force Generation During Scaling by Dental Professionals: A Systematic Review, Jessica R. Suedbeck and Emily A. Ludwig

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The Effects of Dental Hygiene Instrument Handles on Muscle Activity Production, Jessica R. Suedbeck, Daniel Russell, Cortney Armitano Lago, and Emily A. Ludwig

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Dental Hygiene and Dental Assistant Students' Simulated DVI Radiographic Match Accuracy: A Pilot Study, Samantha C. Vest, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Marsha A. Voelker, Ann M. Bruhn, Tara L. Newcomb, and Sinjini Sikdar

Submissions from 2022

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Attitudes of Virginia Dental Hygienists Towards Dental Therapists, Helene M. Burns, Susan L. Tolle, Emily A. Ludwig, and Jessica R. Suedbeck

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Use of a Simulated-Virtual Training Module to Improve Dental Hygiene Students' Self-Reported Knowledge, Attitudes, and Confidence in Providing Care to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Pilot Study, Kimberly F. Cenzon, Ann M. Bruhn, Denise M. Claiborne, and Jonna L. Bobzien

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Disparities in Caregiver-Reported Dental Cavities and Toothaches Among Children in the Special Supplemental Nutrition for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program, Denise M. Claiborne, Chun Chen, and Qi Zhang

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Prenatal and Pediatric Oral Health Education Among Dental Hygiene Programs in the United States, Denise M. Claiborne and Shillpa Naavaal

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Ergonomic Equipment Considerations for the Dental Hygienist, Emily A. Ludwig

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Color-Blind Racial Attitudes in Practicing Dental Hygienists, Emily A. Ludwig, Susan L. Tolle, and Jessica R. Suedbeck

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Oral Health Literacy Inventories for Caregivers of Preschool-Aged Children: A Systematic Review, Melissa L. Sullivan, Denise M. Claiborne, and Deanne Shuman

Submissions from 2021

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Occupational Health Practices Among Dental Care Professionals Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Sean Banaee, Denise M. Claiborne, and Muge Akpinar-Elci

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Orofacial Manifestations of Lyme Disease: A Systematic Review, Brenda Bradshaw, Kelsey M. Jones, Joleen M. Westerdale-McInnis, and Holly Gaff

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Active Shooter Preparedness Among Dental Hygiene Students, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Jessica R. Suedbeck, Tara L. Newcomb, and Ann M. Bruhn

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Interprofessional Education: Medical and Dental Hygiene Student Competencies During the Delivery of Patient Care, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Amber Walters Hunt, and Sharon C. Stull

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Caregivers' Comprehension of the Terms Decay and Cavities: A Qualitative Analysis, Denise M. Claiborne, Deanne Shuman, Melissa Sullivan, and Julia Richman

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Attitudes of Virginia Dentists Toward Dental Therapists: A Pilot Study, Adaira L. Howell, Susan Lynn Tolle, Emily A. Ludwig, and Denise M. Claiborne

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Promote Ergonomic Health, Amber W. Hunt and Kimberly B. Lintag-Nguyen

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Oral Health Education and Promotion Activities by Early Head Start Programs in the United States: A Systematic Review, Ahlam I. Joufi, Denise M. Claiborne, and Deanne Shuman

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The Prevalence of Burnout Among Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Program Directors, Jessica Suedbeck, Emily A. Ludwig, and Susan Lynn Tolle

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The Effects of the Traditional Scaling Technique Versus a Modified Scaling Technique on Muscle Activity and Pinch Force Generation: A Pilot Study, Jessica R. Suedbeck and Cortney Armitano-Lago

Submissions from 2020

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Application of the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology Model to Predict Dental Students' Behavioral Intention to Use Teledentistry, Jafar H. Alabdullah, Bonnie L. Van Lunen, Denise M. Claiborne, Susan J. Daniel, Cherng-Jyh Yen, and Tina S. Gustin

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Use of Negative Pressure Isolation in the Provision of Dental Care, Sean Banaee, Denise M. Claiborne, and Muge Akpinar-Elci

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Postmortem Dental Records Identification by Dental Hygiene Students: A Pilot Study, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Ann M. Bruhn, Tara L. Newcomb, and Hadiza Galadima

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Innovative Collaborative Service-Learning Experience Among Dental Hygiene and Nurse Practitioner Students: A Pediatric Oral Health Pilot Study, Denise M. Claiborne, Rebecca Poston, and Ahlam Joufi

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Maintaining Effective Infection Control Protocol, Lauren Eusner and Kimberly Lintag

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Sexual Harassment Issues Among Dental Hygienists, Amber W. Hunt, Brenda T. Bradshaw, and Susan Lynn Tolle

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The Additive Effects of Cell Phone Use and Dental Hygiene Practice on Finger Muscle Strength: A Pilot Study, Jessica R. Suedbeck, Cortney N. Armitano-Lago, and Emily A. Ludwig

Submissions from 2019

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Radiation Safety Practices of Dental Hygienists in the United States, Kimberly Lintag, Ann M. Bruhn, Susan Lynn Tolle, and Norou Diawara

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Color-Blind Racial Attitudes in Dental Hygiene Students: A Pilot Study, Emily A. Ludwig, Jessica R. Suedbeck, and Susan L. Tolle

Submissions from 2018

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A Systematic Review on the Validity of Teledentistry, Jafar H. Alabdullah and Susan J. Daniel

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Workplace Bullying: A Survey of Virginia Dental Hygienists, Gayle B. McCombs, S. Lynn Tolle, Tara L. Newcomb, Ann M. Bruhn, Amber W. Hunt, and Lanah K. Stafford

Submissions from 2017

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The Effect of Magnification Loupes on Dental Hygienists' Posture While Exploring, Emily Ludwig, Gayle B. McCombs, Susan L. Tolle, and Daniel M. Russell

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Testing a Novel 3D Printed Radiographic Imaging Device for Use in Forensic Odontology, Tara L. Newcomb, Ann M. Bruhn, Bridget Giles, Hector M. Garcia, M. Arch, and Norou Diawara

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A Study of Visible Tattoos in Entry -Level Dental Hygiene Education Programs, Kathryn R. Search, Susan L. Tolle, Gayle McCombs, and Aaron Arndt

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Effects of Instrument Handle Design on Dental Hygienists' Forearm Muscle Activity During Scaling, Jessica R. Suedbeck, Susan L. Tolle, Gayle McCombs, Martha L. Walker, and Daniel M. Russell

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Dental Hygienists' Perspectives on Four Periodontal Instrument Handle Designs, Susan L. Tolle, Jessica Suedbeck, Gayle M. McCombs, and Martha L. Walker

Submissions from 2016

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Disaster Preparedness and Response: A Survey of U.S. Dental Hygienists, Brenda T. Bradshaw, Ann P. Bruhn, Tara L. Newcomb, Bridget T. Giles, and Kathryn Simms

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Assessment of Mass Fatality Preparedness and Response Content in Dental Hygiene Education, Ann M. Bruhn, Tara L. Newcomb, and Manasi Sheth-Chandra

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Interventions for the Reduction of Dental Anxiety and Corresponding Behavioral Deficits in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Jessica L. Elmore, Ann M. Bruhn, and Jonna L. Bobzien

Submissions from 2015

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The Use of Fluorescence Technology Versus Visual and Tactile Examination in the Detection of Oral Lesions: A Pilot Study, Hadeel M. Ayoub, Tara L. Newcomb, Gayle B. McCombs, and Marshall Bonnie

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Oral Care in the Long-Term Care of Older Patients: How Can the Dental Hygienist Meet the Need?, Tracee S. Dahm, Ann Bruhn, and Margaret LeMaster

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Mass Fatality Incidents and the Role of the Dental Hygienist: Are We Prepared?, Tara L. Newcomb, Ann M. Bruhn, and Bridget Giles

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Performance of Dental Hygiene Students in Mass Fatality Training and Radiographic Imaging of Dental Remains, Tara L. Newcomb, Ann M. Bruhn, Loreta H. Ulmer, and Norou Diawara

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The Use of Immersive Visualization for the Control of Dental Anxiety During Oral Debridement, Carmelo Padrino-Barrios, Gayle B. McCombs, Norou Diawara, and Gianluca De Leo

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Fibromyalgia Syndrome: Considerations for Dental Hygienists, Amber Walters, Susan L. Tolle, and Gayle M. McCombs

Submissions from 2014

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Oral Health Promotion: Knowledge, Confidence, and Practices in Preventing Early-Severe Childhood Caries of Virginia WIC Program Personnel, Lorraine Ann Fuller, Sharon C. Stull, Michele L. Darby, and Susan Lynn Tolle

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Perceptions of the Counseling Profession: From Health Science Graduate Faculty and Students, Kaprea F. Johnson, Christianne Fowler, Karen Kott, and Margaret Lemaster

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Comparison of Corded and Cordless Handpieces on Forearm Muscle Activity, Procedure Time and Ease of Use During Simulated Tooth Polishing, Gayle McCombs and Daniel M. Russell

Submissions from 2013

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Teledentistry: A Systematic Review of Clinical Outcomes, Utilization and Costs, Susan J. Daniel, Lin Wu, and Sajeesh Kumar

Submissions from 2012

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Oil Pulling: An Ancient Practice for a Modern Time, Gina M. Bekeleski, Gayle McCombs, and W. Lee Melvin

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Vital Tooth Whitening Effects on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life in Older Adults, Ann M. Bruhn, Michele L. Darby, Gayle B. McCombs, and Carleen M. Lynch

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Magnification Loupes in U.S. Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Programs - Occupational Health and Safety, Leslie McHaney Congdon, Susan Lynn Tolle, and Michele Darby

Submissions from 2011

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Avoid Low Back Pain, Karen Kott and Gayle McCombs

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2011 ADEA Annual Session: Poster Abstracts, Susan L. Tolle, Leslie M. Congdon, and Michele L. Darby

Submissions from 2010

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Bisphenol A Blood and Saliva Levels Prior to and after Dental Sealant Placement in Adults, Joyce M. Zimmerman-Downs, Deanne Shuman, Sharon C. Stull, and Robert E. Ratzlaff

Submissions from 2009

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The Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner at the Master's-Degree Level: Is It Necessary?, Michele Leonardi Darby

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Cold Plasma Technology: Bactericidal Effects on Geobacillus Stearothermophilus and Bacillus Cereus Microorganisms, Angela D. Morris, Gayle B. McCombs, Tamer Akan, Wayne L. Hynes, Mounir Laroussi, and Susan L. Tolle

Submissions from 2008

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Effects of 5 Different Finger Rest Positions on Arm Muscle Activity During Scaling by Dental Hygiene Students, Mary E. Cosaboom-FitzSimons, Susan Lynn Tolle, Michele L. Darby, and Martha L. Walker

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New Words to Promote Communication and Collaboration Among the Oral Health Care Team, Trisha Nunn, Michele L. Darby, Susan H. Kass, Connie L. Kracher, Linda S. Stewart, Don R. Symington, and Cheryl Westphal

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Muscle Activity Comparisons In Dental Hygiene Students When Using Different Fulcrums While Scaling, Susan L. Tolle, Mary Elizabeth Cosaboom, Michele L. Darby, and Martha L. Walker

Submissions from 2007

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Predictors of Student Success in an Entry-Level Baccalaureate Dental Hygiene Program, Mohammad J. Alzahrani, Evelyn M. Thomson, and Deborah Blythe Bauman

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Debate: A Teaching-Learning Strategy for Developing Competence in Communication and Critical Thinking, Michele Darby

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Antimicrobial Mouthrinses in Contemporary Dental Hygiene Practice: The Take Home Message, Michele Leonardi Darby

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Changing Perspectives on the Use of Antimicrobial Mouthrinses, Michele Leonardi Darby

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In Vitro Evaluation of the Reciprocating Disposable Prophylaxis Angle Versus the Rotating Disposable Prophylaxis Angle in Extrinsic Stain Removal Effectiveness, Inma LaCross, Michele Darby, Sharon S. Stull, and Carlene M. Lynch

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Dental Hygienists' Contributions to Improving the Nation's Oral Health Through School-Based Initiatives from 1970 Through 1999: A Historical Review, Gayle B. McCombs, Cynthia C. Gadbury-Amyot, Rebecca S. Wilder, Karen O. Skaff, and Margaret Lappan Green

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Bactericidal Effects of Cold Plasma Technology on Geobacillus Stearothermophilus and Bacillus Cereus Microorganisms, Angela D. Morris, Gayle B. McCombs, Susan L. Tolle, Mounir Laroussi, and Wayne L. Hynes

Submissions from 2006

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Effects of Daily Oral Care with 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and a Standard Oral Care Protocol on the Development of Nosocomial Pneumonia in Intubated Patients: A Pilot Study, Michelle Bopp, Michele Darby, Karin C. Loftin, and Sharon Broscious

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Oral Cancer Prevalence in Virginia, Karin C. Loftin, Michele Darby, Stacey Plichta, Sophie Thompson, Shreeram Kumar, and Louis Abbey

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Sulcular Sulfide Monitoring: An Indicator of Early Dental Plaque-Induced Gingival Disease, Aleksandra Pavolotskaya, Gayle McCombs, Michele Darby, Kenneth Marinak, and Naik N. Dayanand

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The Comparative Effects of 0.12% Chlorhexidine and Herbal Oral Rinse on Dental Plaque-Induced Gingivitis, Elizabeth N. Southern, Gayle B. McCombs, S. L. Tolle, and Ken Marinak

Submissions from 2005

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Effects of Ultrasonic Scaling and Hand-Activated Scaling on Tactile Sensitivity in Dental Hygiene Students, Danielle L. Ryan, Michele Darby, Susan L. Tolle, Deborah Bauman, and Dayanand Naik

Submissions from 2004

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Cultural Adaptability of Dental Hygiene Students in the United States: A Pilot Study, Katrina W. Magee, Michele L. Darby, Irene M. Connolly, and Evelyn Thomson

Submissions from 2003

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Unhealthy Politics of Oral Health, Michele Leonardi Darby

Submissions from 2002

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Eating Disorders in the Oral Health Curriculum, Rita D. DeBate, Deanne Shuman, and Lisa A. Tedesco

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Effects of Occupational Ultrasonic Noise Exposure on Hearing of Dental Hygienists: A Pilot Study, Jennifer Dunning Wilson, Michele Leonardi Darby, Susan L. Tolle, and Joseph C. Sever Jr.