Proper prevention, treatment and maintenance are integral to achieving positive outcomes for patients with gingival recession.

A literature review discussing potential clinical factors contributing to postoperative sensitivity after placing adhesive restorations.

A combination of brief motivational interviewing and vaccination counseling can reduce risk for HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers.

Offering antimicrobial and cariostatic properties, a new generation of therapeutics containing stabilized stannous fluoride can help improve oral health on multiple levels.

Understanding the implications for clinical care is key to supporting optimal oral health among this patient cohort.

Clinicians should consider nonopioid analgesics when managing adolescent postoperative pain — especially given these patients’ risk for inappropriate substance use.

Applying the principles of motivational interviewing can help guide improvements in patients’ oral health.

The following strategies can help clinicians recognize and manage sleep apnea in the dental setting.

Use of appropriate mechanical and/or chemical tools will help maintain the longevity and service life of dental prostheses, while also supporting patient health.

Because they can present with similar signs and symptoms, an understanding of the endodontic-periodontal continuum will help clinicians reach an accurate diagnosis.