
Professor
School of Dental Hygiene
Lynn Tolle
2007
Health Sciences Bldg
Norfolk, 23529
B.S. in Dental Hygiene, University of Kentucky, ()
M.S.Ed. in , University Of Kentucky, ()
- Va Board of Dentistry License to practice Dental Hygiene
- Sponsoring Organization:
- Date Obtained:
- Certification to Administer Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Sponsoring Organization:
- Date Obtained: 2008-01-01
Expertise
Research Interests
Evaluation of Teaching,Ergonomics,Special Care Patients,Infection Control
Articles
- Burns, H., Tolle, S. L., Ludwig, E. A. and Suedbeck, J. (2022). Attitudes of VA Dental Hygienists Toward Dental Therapists.. Journal of Dental Hygiene 96 (1) , pp. 55-63.
- Ludwig, E. A., Tolle, S. L. and Suedbeck, J. (2022). Color-Blind Racial Attitudes in Practicing Dental Hygienists. Journal of Dental Hygiene 96 (2) , pp. 25-34.
- Suedbeck, J. and Tolle, S. L. (2021). An Insider’s Look at Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Dental Hygienists. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 9 (1) , pp. 22-27.
- Howell, A., Tolle, S. L., Ludwig, E. A. and Claiborne, D. (2021). Attitudes of VA Dentists Toward Dental Therapist; A Pilot Study. . Journal of Dental Hygiene 95 (6) , pp. 21-26.
- Suedbeck, J., Ludwig, E. A. and Tolle, S. L. (2021). The Prevalence of Burnout Among Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Program Directors. Journal of Dental Hygiene 95 (1) , pp. 67-75.
- Ludwig, E. A., Tolle, S. L., Jenkins, E. and Russell, D. (2020). Magnification loupes influence on neck and trunk flexion of dental hygienists while scaling-A pilot study. . IJDH.
- Tolle, Tolle T. and Tolle, S. L. (2020). Sexual Harassment Issues Among VA Dental Hygienists . JDH 94 (2) , pp. 37-47.
- Ludwig, E. A., Suedbeck, J. and Tolle, S. L. (2019). Color-Blind Racial Attitudes in Dental Hygiene Students; a Pilot Study. JDH 93 (5).
- Tolle, S. L., Vernon, M., McCombs, G. and De Leo, G. (2019). Interprofessional Education in Dental Hygiene: Attitudes, Barriers and Practices of Program Faculty. JDH 93 (2) , pp. 13-22.
- Lintag, K., Bruhn, A., Tolle, S. L. and Diawara, N. (2019). Radiation Safety Practices of Dental Hygienists in the United States. JDH 93 (4) , pp. 14-23.
- Tolle, S. L., Search, K., McCombs, G. and Arndt, A. (2018). Visible Tattoo Policies in Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Education Programs.. JDH 91 (5) , pp. 30-36.
- McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L., Newcomb, T. and Bruhn, A. (2018). Workplace Bullying: A Survey of Virginia Dental Hygienists. JDH 92 (5) , pp. 22-29.
- Tolle, S. L., Conover, J. and Newcomb, T. (2018). The Relationship Between Obesity and Periodontal Disease. . Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 16 (5) , pp. 36-40.
- Tolle, S. L., Suedbeck, J., McCombs, G. and Walker, M. (2017). Dental hygienists' Perspectives on Four Periodontal Instrument Handle Designs. Journal of Dental Hygiene 91 (2) , pp. 75-76.
- Ludwig, E. and Tolle, S. L. (2017). Ensuring proper fit with loupes. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 15 (4) , pp. 24-26.
- Arndt, A., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Cox, C. (2017). Why are health care managers biased against hiring service providers with tattoos?. Services Marketing Quarterly 38 (2) , pp. 88-99.
- Ludwig, E., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Russell, D. (2017). The Effect of Magnification Loupes On Posture During Instrumentation by Dental Hygienists . Journal Of Dental Hygiene 91 (4) , pp. 46-52.
- Suedebeck, J., Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G., Walker, M. and Russell, D. (2017). Effects of Instrument Handle Design on Arm Muscle Activity During Scaling by Dental Hygienists. . Jouranl of Dental Hygiene 91 (3) , pp. 47-54.
- Tolle, S. L., Search, K. and Verissimo, A. (2017). Tattoos in the Dental Setting. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 15 (7) , pp. 40-43.
- Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G. and Arndt, A. (2016). Dental Clients’ Perceptions of Dental Hygienists with Visible Tattoos. . Cand J Dent Hyg 50 (3) , pp. 109-115.
- Tolle, S. L. and Hunt, A. (2016). Treating Patients with Fibromyalgia. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 14 (8) , pp. 66-69.
- McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Arndt, A. (2016). The Association Between Dental Hygienists with Visible Tattoos and Professionalism in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Int J Evid Based Pract Dent Hygienists. 2 (2) , pp. 129-134.
- Bruhn, A., Newcomb, T. and Tolle, S. L. (2015). Ensuring Safe Practice in Dental Radiology.. Dimensions of Dental Hyg 13 (2) , pp. 30-33.
- Tolle, S. L. and Hunt, A. (2015). Treatment Considerations for Heart Patients. Dimensions of Dental Hyg 13 (2) , pp. 48-52.
- Tolle, S. L. and Walters, A. (2015). Dental Care for Patients with Heart Disease. . Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 13 (4) , pp. 65-68.
- Walters, A., Tolle, S. L. and McCombs, G. (2015). Fibromyalgia Syndrome: Considerations for Dental Hygienists. . JDH 88 (2) , pp. 76-85.
- Tolle, S. L. and Walters, A. (2015). Strategies for the Safe Treatment of Cardiovascular Patients. . Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 13 (3) , pp. 43-47.
- Tolle, S. L. (2014). Sterilization Strategies. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 12 (7) , pp. 50-55.
- Stull, S., Darby, M. M. and Tolle, S. L. (2014). Oral Health Promotion: Knowledge, Confidence, and Practices in Preventing Early-Severe Childhood Caries of Virginia WIC Program Personnel. . JDH 88 (4) , pp. 13-140.
- Tolle, S. L. (2013). Treating Patient’s with Myasthenia Gravis. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 11 (8) , pp. 14-18.
- Mahasneh, A., Darby, M. M., Tolle, S. L., Hynes, W. L. and Laroussi, M. (2013). Inactivation of Porphyromonas Gingivalis by Low-Temperature Atmospheric Pressure Plasma. Plasma Medicine 1 (314) , pp. 201-214.
- Mallory, L. Anne., Tolle, S. L. and Melvin, W. (2013). The First Line of Defense; Bisphosphonate Therapy;” . Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 11 (3) , pp. 50-54.
- Tolle, S. L. (2013). Water Patrol; Protect Dental Water LInes. MENTOR (Jan, 2013) , pp. 28-32.
- Tolle, S. L. and Darby, M. M. (2012). Magnification Loupes in US Entry Level Dental Hygiene Programs. Jour of Dentl Hyg 86 (3) , pp. 20-26.
- Tolle, S. L. (2012). Treatment Planning for Patients with Scleroderma. Dimensions of Dental Hyg. . 10 (8).
- Debowes, S., Tolle, S. L. and Bruhn, A. (2012). Parkinson’s Disease: Considerations for Dental Hygienists. International Jour of Dent Hyg. (2012).
- (2012). Dental Waterline Safety. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 10 (1) , pp. 36-41.
- Tolle, S. L. (2011). Laser Therapy Basics. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 9 (1) , pp. 54-58.
- Tolle, S. L. (2010). Maximizing Protection: Personal Protective Equipment. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 8 (3) , pp. 26-31.
- Turner, L. A.., McCombs, G., Hynes, W. L. and Tolle, S. L. (2009). A novel approach to controlling bacterial contamination on toothbrushes: chlohexidine coating. Int. J. Dent. Hyg. 7 (4) , pp. 241-245.
- Morris, A. D.., McCombs, G. B.., Akan, T., Hynes, W. L., Laroussi, M. and Tolle, S. L. (2009). Cold Plasma Technology: Bactericidal effects of Geobacillus stearothermophilus and Bacillus cereus microorganisms. J. Dent. Hyg. 83 , pp. 55-61.
- Tolle, S. L. (2009). Sterilization Monitoring: Ensuring a Safer Clinical Environment. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene 7 (3) , pp. 18-22.
- Cosaboom-FitzSimons, M., Tolle, S. L., Darby, M. M. and Walker, M. (2008). Effects of 5 different finger rest positions on arm muscle activity during scaling by dental hygiene students. J. Dental Hygiene 82 (4) , pp. 1-10.
- Southern, E., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Marinak, K. (2006). Comparative Effects of 0.12% Chlorhexidine and Herbal Mouthrinse on Gingivitis.. Journal Dental Hygiene 80 (1) , pp. 12-18.
- Hahn, C., Tolle, S. L., Darby, M. M. and Walker, M. (2006). Effects of universal verses rotating ultrasonic inserts on wrist movement and scaling efficiency in dental hygienists. Int J Dent Hygiene 4 (1).
- King, D. M., Darnyl, Darby, M. M. and Tolle, S. L. (2000). Behavioral management instruction of anxious clients in the dental hygiene curricula. Journal of Dental Hygiene 74 (4) , pp. 280-287.
- Thomson-Lakey, E., Tolle, S. L. and Shuman, D. (1992). Recruitment and Retention of the Non-Traditional Student - Can Dental Hygiene Adapt?. Journal of Dental Hygiene 66 (9) , pp. 417-422.
- Shuman Allen, D. and Tolle, S. L. (1989). Academic Discrimination: Implications for Allied Health Faculty. Journal of Dental Hygiene 63 (2) , pp. 65-70.
- Behroozi, K. R.., Tolle, S. L. and Shuman, D. (1989). Attitudes of Dental Hygienists Toward Continuing Education. Journal of Dental Hygiene 63 (9) , pp. 424-431.
- Tolle, S. L. and Shuman, D. (1987). The Dental Hygienists Role in the Oral Cancer Self Examination. Demtal Health/J of the British Dental Hygienists' Association 26 (1) , pp. 3-7.
Book Chapters
- Tolle, S. L. (2016). Periodontal Risk Assessment (pp. Chapter 17).
- Tolle, S. L. (2015). Periodontal Risk Assessment Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice. .
- Tolle, S. L. (2014). Periodontal Risk Assessment Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice.
- Tolle, S. L. (2012). Dental Hygiene Care for individuals with Special Needs Dental Hygiene Review (pp. chapter 15).
Presentations
- Ludwig, E. A., Jenkins, E., Tolle, S. L. and Russell, D. (August , 2019). The Effect of Magnification Loupes on Posture During Instrumentation by Dental Hygienists International Association of Biomechanics Annual Session. Calgary.
- Lintag, K., Bruhn, A. and Tolle, S. L. (June , 2019). Radiation Safety Practices; A National Survey of Dental Hygienists American Dental Educators Association Annual Session Chicago.
- Ludwig, E. A., Suedbeck, J. and Tolle, S. L. (June , 2019). A Study of Color-Blind Racial Attitudes in Dental Hygiene Students American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L., Hunt, A. and Bradshaw, B. T. (June , 2019). Sexual Harassment; A Study of VA Dental Hygienists.” American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session .
- Ludwig, E. A., Suedbeck, J. and Tolle, S. L. (March , 2019). A Piulot Study on Color Blind Racial Attitudes American Dental Educators’ Association Annual Session Chicago.
- Lintag, K., Bruhn, A., Tolle, S. L. and Diawara, N. (June , 2018). Current Radiation Safety Practices of United States Dental Hygienists American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session Columbus.
- Search, K., Tolle, S. L. and Arndt, A. (March , 2018). Visible Tattoo Policies in Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Education Program American Association of Dental Research Association Annual Session Ft. Lauderdale.
- Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G., Bruhn, A. and Newcomb, T. (March , 2018). Workplace Bullying: A Curriculum Issue for Dental Hygienists American Dental Educators Association Annual Session. Orlando.
- Suedbeck, J. and Tolle, S. L. (March , 2018). Ergonomic Effects of Periodontal Instrument Handle Designs. American Dental Educators’ Association Annual Session Orlando.
- Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G. and Bruhn, A. (March , 2018). Incivil Classroom Behaviors: The Dental Hygiene Student Perspective American Dental Educators’ Association Annual Session Orlando.
- Ludwig, E. A., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Russell, D. (October , 2017). The Effect of Magnification Loupes on Posture During Instrumentation by Dental Hygienists North American/Global Dental Hygiene Research Conference Ottawa.
- Search, K., Tolle, S. L., Arndt, A. and McCombs, G. (June , 2017). A Study of Visible Tattoos in Entry-Level Dental Hygiene Education Programs American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session Jaccksonville.
- Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G. and Bruhn, A. (March , 2017). A Survey of Incivil Behaviors in the Dental Hygiene Clinical Setting American Dental Educators Association Annual Session Long Beach.
- Verissimo, A., Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G. and Arndt, A. (June , 2016). Dental Consumers’ Perceptions of Dental Hygienists with Visible Tattoos Poster American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session Pittsburg.
- Tolle, S. L. and Walker, M. (June , 2016). Dental Hygienists Perspectives on Four Periodontal Instrument Handles Designs Poster American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session Pittsburg.
- Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G. and Walker, M. (June , 2016). Effects of Instrument Handle Design on Arm Muscle Activity During Scaling by Dental Hygienists. American Dental Hygienists’ Poster American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session Pittsburg.
- Ludwig, E., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Russell, D. (June , 2016). The Effects of Magnification Loupes on Posture Poster American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session Pittsburg.
- Tolle, S. L., Verissimo , A., McCombs, G. and Arndt, A. (March , 2016). Visible Tattoos; What Are Dental Consumers Opinions? American Dental Educators Association Denver,CO.
- Cox, C., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Arndt, A. ( 2015). The Perception and Employability of Dental Hygienists with Visible Tattoos Oral Presentation ODU 4th Annual Graduate Research Achievement Day. .
- Aarndt, McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Cox (September , 2015). Why are Managers Biased Against Hiring Employees With Tattoos? American Collegiate Retailing Association Triennial Conference. Miami FL. .
- Cox, C., McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Arndt, A. (June , 2015). The Perception and Employability of Dental Hygienists with Visible Tattoos American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session Nashville, TN..
- McCombs, G., Tolle, S. L. and Arndt, A. (June , 2015). Student Perceptions of Dental Hygienists With Visible Tattoos American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session Nashville, TN.
- Verissimo, A., Tolle, S. L., McCombs, G. and Arndt, A. (May , 2015). Patient Perceptions of Dental Hygienists with Visible Tattoos. CA Dental Hygienists’ Association. Annaheim CA.
- Tolle, S. L. (October , 2014). Susan L. Tolle, BA Pilot Study To Determine Impact Of Germ Simulation on Standard Precaution Compliance in Dental Hygiene Students. Poster Third National Dental Hygiene Research Conference Bethesda MD.
- Bruhn, A. and Tolle, S. L. (March , 2014). Digital and Film-Based Imaging:Dental Hygiene Faculty Opinions Poster American Dental Educators Association San Antonio TX.
- Tolle, S. L. and Bruhn, A. (March , 2013). Dental Hygiene Faculty Opinions on Using Electronic Health Records in Clinical Education” Poster American Dental Educators Association Seattle WA.
- Tolle, S. L. and Bruhn, A. (March , 2013). Electronic Health Records; Dental Hygiene Faculty Opinions Poster National ADEA Dental Hygiene Program's Directors' Conference Portland OR.
- Tolle, S. L. (November , 2012). Non Surgical Periodontal Therapy Oral Presentation Twenty First Central American Dental Symposium Leon, Nicarauga.
- Tolle, S. L., L, C. and Darby, M. M. (March , 2011). Faculty and Student Policies on the Use of Magnification Loupes in Dental Hygiene Programs”. Poster American Dental Educators Association San Diego .
- Tolle, S. L. and Darby, M. M. ( 2010). Magnification Loupes in US Entry Level Dental Hygiene Programs American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session. Las Vegas .
- Darby, M. M. ( 2010). Effects of Low Temperature Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Technology on P. gingivalis.” American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session. Las Vegas NE .
- ( 2010). Low Temperature Atmospheric Plasma Applications in Dentistry IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science. Norfolk VA .
- Morris, A. D., Lemaster, M. F., McCombs, G., Laroussi, M., Darby, M. M., Hynes, W. L. and Tolle, S. L. (June 23, 2010). Low Temperature Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Applications in Dentistry: Two Independent Studies. IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science Norfolk, VA.
- ( 2008). “Muscle Activity Comparisons When Using Different Fulcrums While Scaling American Dental Educator’s Conference. Dallas, TX .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2008). Recruitment Exhibit ODU Dental Hygiene Winter Continuing Education Week-End .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2008). Muscle Activity Comparisons When Using Different Fulcrums While Scaling ODU Research Day (Honorable Mention for Poster winner) .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2007). Using Technology to Enhance Clinical Evaluation With a Web Based System 8th Annual Dental Hygiene Clinical Educators Conference .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2007). Effects of Five Different Finger Rest Positions on Arm Mudcle Activity During Scaling in Dental Hygiene Students American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2007). Bactericidal Effects of Cold Plasma Technology on Geobacillus Stearothermophilus AndBacillus Cereus Spores American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session. New Orleans LA .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2007). Effects of Five Different Finger Rest Positions on Arm Muscle Activity During Scaling in Dental Hygiene Students”. American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session. New Orleans LA .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2007). American Dental Hygienists Association Annual Session Bactericidal Effects of Cold Plasma Technology on Geobacillus Stearothermophilus And bacillus cereus Spores .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2007). Bridging the Gap University of Maryland, Dental Hygiene Department .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2006). Clinical Simulation Evaluating Two Ultrasonic Scaling Tips American Dental Educator's Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2006). Effect of Ultrasonic and Manual Scaling on Tactile Sensitivity in Second Year Dental Hygiene Students Old Dominion University Research Day .
- Tolle, S. L. and Hynes, W. L. (June , 2006). Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Coated Toothbrush Filaments in Controlling Bacterial Contamination American Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session Orlando, Florida.
- Tolle, S. L. and Hynes, W. L. (June , 2006). Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Coated Toothbrush Filaments in Controlling Bacterial Contamination International/American/Canadian Association of Dental Research Brisbane, Australia.
- Tolle, S. L. and Hynes, W. L. (April , 2006). The Efficacy of Chlorhexidine-Coated Toothbrush Filaments in Controlling Bacterial Contamination Old Dominion University Annual Research Exposition.
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2005). Web Based Clinical Evaluation System for Dental Hygiene Programs American Dental Educator's Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2005). A Laboratory Study to Determine the Effects of a Universal and Rotating Ultrasonic insert on Wrist Movement and Scaling Time Efficiency in Denal Hygienists Old Dominion University Research Day .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2004). The Comparitive Effects of 0.12 % Chlorhexidine and an Herbal Rinse on Dental Plaque-induced Gingivitis American Association of Dental Research .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2004). The Effects of Ultrasonic Scaling on Tactile Sensitivity in Dental Hygiene Students American Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2004). A Laboratory Study to Determine the Effects of a Universal and a Rotating Ultrasonic insert on Wrist Movement and Scaling Time Efficiency in Dental Hygienists COHS Research Day .
- Tolle, S. L. and Marinak, K. (March , 2004). Comparative Effects of 0.12% Chlorhexidine and Herbal Mouthrinse on Gingivitis International/American/Canadian Association of Dental Research Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Tolle, S. L. and Marinak, K. (March , 2004). Comparative Effects of 0.12% Chlorhexidine and Herbal Mouthrinse on Gingivitis Old Dominion University College of Health Sciences Research Day .
- Tolle, S. L. and Marinak, K. (March , 2004). Comparative Effects of 0.12 Old Dominion University Research Day .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2003). A Scanning Electron Microscopy Comparison of the Effects of the Arkansas Stone and the Idaho Ceramic Stone on Curet Sharpness and Root Smoothness ODU COHS Research Day .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2002). A Scanning Electron Microscopy Comparison of the Effects of the Arkandas Stone and the Idaho Ceramic Strone on Curet Sharpness and Root Smoothness American Dental Hygienist Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2002). The Effects of Occupational Noise Exposure on Hearing in Dental Hygienists: A Pilot Study American Dental Hygienist Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2002). Infection Control Strategies - Optimizing Time and Efficiency new Mexico Dental Hygienist Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2001). The Effects of Occupational Noise Exposure on Hearing in Dental Hygienists American Association of Allied Health Professionals .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2001). Characterization of Students Occupational Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2001). Demystifying Clinical Teaching Understanding the Process .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2000). Occupational Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids Among Dental Hygiene Students American Dental Hygienists Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 2000). Postexposure Management Protocols in United States Dental Hygiene Programs American Dental Hygienists Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1999). Case Studies - An Integrated Approach A Case Based Symposium for Dental Hygiene Educators .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1998). Case Studies - An Integrated Approach American Association of Allied Health Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1998). Using the teaching Portfolio to Promote Teaching Excellence American Association of Allied Health Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1998). The Effects of Procedural Explanation in Lessening Client Anxiety During Dental Hygiene Care American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1997). The Effects of Procedural Explanation in Lessening Client Anxiety During Dental Hygiene Care American Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1996). The Cultural Adaptability of Faculty in Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Medical laboratory Science and Physical Therapy American Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1996). Comparison of Curriculum Content of Behavioral Strategies for Manging Anxious Clients in Association and Baccalaureate Degree Dental Hygiene Programs in the United States .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1996). HIV and the Dental Team Toledo Mid-Winter Meeting .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Teaching Portfollio to Promote Teaching Excellence American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Antimicrobial Rinses: A Product Review .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Dealing with Problem Situations in Communication with Students GTA Learning Institute Workshop .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Peridontal Therapy into the 21st Century. Teleconference .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Oral Health and the Older Adult Tidewater Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Advances in Therapy Toledo Mid-Winter Meeting .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1995). Greeting from Old Dominion University Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1994). Dealing with Problem Situations in Communicating with Students GTA Learning Institute Workshop .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Embracing Cultural Diversity American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Assessment of Teaching Accountability College of Health Sciences Retreat .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Product Evaluation Delaware Technical College Alumni Day .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Dealing with Problem Situations in Communicating with Students GTA Learning Institute Workshop .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). What's New in Dentistry-A Review of Chemotherapeutic Agents International Hispanic Dental Meeting .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Nonsurgical Therapies of Peridontal Disease National Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Patient Communication Techniques New Jersey Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1993). Chemotherapeutic Agents Southern Illionois Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Faculty Standardization of Dental Hygiene Instrumentation Evaluation American Associatio of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Academic Television: A New Pathway for Degrees Dental Hygiene Directors' Conference .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Dealing with Student Communication Problems GTA Learning Institute .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Greetings from AADS Section on Dental Hygiene National Dental Hygiene Directors Conference .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Product Review: Chemotherapeutic Agents South Carolina Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Oral Microbiology of Periodontal Diseases Tidewater Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1992). Greetings from Old Dominion University Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1991). A Survey of AIDS Curricula in Dental Hygiene Schools in the United States and Canada American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1991). Fluorides in Practice Peninsula Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1991). Product Evaluation Tidewater Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1991). OSHA Guidelins and the Dental Hygienist Virginia Dental Hygienist Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1991). Greetings from Old Dominion University Virginia Dental Hygienist Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1991). Product Evaluation Virginia Western Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1990). Integrating Student and Faculty Research in a Baccalaureate Dental Hygiene Program American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1990). Dealing with Problem Situations in Communicating with Students GTA Learning Institute Workshop .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Degree Completion Education American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Current Concepts in Fluoride Therapies Durham-Orange Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Fluorides - Current Issues and Concepts Greenriver Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Dealing with Problem Situations in Communicating with Students GTA Learning Institute Workshop .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Evaluating Products - A Choice to Bridge the Gap Peninsula Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Oral Manifestations of AIDS Tidewater Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1989). Fluorides in Practice Virginia Denta; Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Assertiveness Training for Dental Hygiene Students American Association of Dental School Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Future Roles - Where Are We Going? American Association of Dental Schools Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Myths and Realities of the Patriarchal Paradigm in Academia American Association of Dental Schools Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Writing to Learn in a Research Methods Course American Association of Dental Schools Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Fluorides in Practice Faculty inservice .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Dealing with Problem Situations in Communicating with Students GTA Learning Institute Workshop .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Preventive Infection Control Strategies for the Dental Hygienists Iowa Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Practical Considerations for Updating Infection Control Protocols Northern Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1988). Product Review Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1987). Old Dominion University: A Program of Excellence in Post Certificate Education American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1987). Assessing the Impact of Assertiveness Training on Dental Hygiene Students American Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1987). The Clinical Effect of Daily Toothbrushing... American Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1987). Articulation-Alliances for the Future American Dental Hygienists' Association Futures Conference .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1986). Expanding Dental Hygiene Career Options Through Advanced Education American Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1986). AIDS and the Dental Hygiene Educator Northeast Regional Student American Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1986). The Professional Association - Impact on the Future Student American Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1985). Clinical Teaching Methodologies for the Returning Dental Hygienist American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1985). Education Strategies for the Returning Dental Hygienist American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1985). The Role of Dental Hygiene Post Certificate Education in Relation to Baccalaureate Education American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1985). Enhancing a Dental Hygiene Career Through Post Certificate Education Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1985). Infectious Diseases and the Dental Hygienist Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1984). Future Opportunities with Graduate Education American Association of Dental Schools .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1984). Career Alternatives Resulting from Post Certificate Dental Hygiene Education .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1984). AIDS-Ethical Considerations for Health Care Providers Interdisciplinary Conference Allied Health Departments .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1984). Herpes & AIDS - Implications for Dental Hygienists Tidewater Dental Hygienists' Association .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1982). Dental Hygiene-Progress Through Participation Dental Hygienists' Association Annual Session .
- Tolle, S. L. ( 1979). Adventures in Attitudes-Working with the Elderly Patient Bluegrass Dental Hygienists' Association .
- 2015: Named as one of 'Six Dental Hygienists You Want to Know", Dimensions of Dental Hygiene; Journal of Professional Excellence
- 2011: Community Service Award, VA Dental Association
- 2011: University Finalist; SHEV Outstanding Faculty Award,
- 2010: American Dental Hygienists Association Educator of the Year Award, Procter and Gamble and American Dental Hygienists Association
- 2010: University Professor Award , Old Dominion University
- 2010: Alan Rufus Tonnelson Distinguished Faculty Award, ODU Alumni Association
- 2009: Dentsply Distinguished Professional, Dentsply
- 2009: Selected and featured as a Hu- Friedy Thought Leader in Dental Hygiene, Hu-Friedy Manufacturing Company
- 2009: Named as Faculty Member Who Most Inspired College Honor Graduate , ODU
- 1997: Elected to membership in Alpha Eta Allied Health Honorary Society,
- 1997: Gene W Hirschfeld Oustanding Faculty Award, College of Health Sciences
- 1997: Genw W.Hirschfeld Faculty Award-Outstanding Faculty Member College of Health Sciences, ODU
- 1997: Selected as Faculty Who Most Inspired Student Selected to Who's Who at ODU,
- 1997: University Finalist. SCHEV Outstanding Faculty Award,
- 1996: Warner Lambert/ADHA Award of Excellence in Dental Hygiene,
- 1994: Selected as Faculty Who Most Inspired Students Selected to Who's Who at ODU,
- 1987: Nomiated for Warner/Lambert Award of Excellence,
- 1984: Certificates of Outstanding Contribution,
- 1983: Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honorary Society,
- 1982: Phi Delta Kappa Educational Honorary Fraternity,