Author

Stephen K. Harrel, DDS

Stephen K. Harrel, DDS, is an adjunct professor in the Department of Periodontics at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry. A diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, he speaks nationally on the relationship between occlusion and periodontal disease, minimally invasive periodontal surgery, and infection control in dental practice. He can be reached at
skharrel@gmail.com.

Latest Features

Ultrasonic Aerosols in the Age of COVID-19

Aug 13, 2020

Given concerns over transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, managing aerosols produced during ultrasonic scaling is a key tenet of safe practice.

Infection Control

Dental Aerosols and Spatter Amidst COVID-19

May 20, 2020

A perspective of what we know and don’t know about transmission of COVID-19 via aerosols and spatter.

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Treatment Planning Strategies For Dental Implant Procedures

Aug 28, 2019

In dental implant treatment, clinicians can minimize biologic and technical complications by addressing these key factors prior to implant placement.

Latest Features

Use of the Dental Videoscope in Endodontics

Apr 7, 2017

More closely associated with periodontal procedures, this imaging modality holds promise for surgical root canal therapy.

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Impact of Occlusal Discrepancies on Periodontal Disease

Dec 6, 2016

An examination of data that support an association between certain types of occlusal contacts and progression of pocket probing depths.