Leila H. Liberman, RDH, MEd, EdD, is a senior staff dental hygienist at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System in Temple. She has completed research on systemically administered antibacterial agents, digital dentures, cannabichromene oil, faculty calibration/self-assessment, and faculty integration of digital technology. Liberman has published in several journals and received awards for her dedication to community service. She can be reached at leila.liberman@va.gov.
Patients need clear, definitive, and straightforward information on the risks and benefits of capturing dental X-rays and why their diagnostic value is so important.
The need for robust stewardship practices gains prominence in protecting patients from unnecessary antibiotic use, improving outcomes, and curbing the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, especially Clostridioides difficile
Use of appropriate mechanical and/or chemical tools will help maintain the longevity and service life of dental prostheses, while also supporting patient health.