Transgender individuals face unique oral health implications and barriers to care, highlighting the need for better education, cultural competence, and targeted research.

Understanding the challenges and treatment options for this disease can help clinicians improve both the oral health and quality of life for affected patients.

Understanding the oral health implications of substance use and abuse is crucial for dentists to provide comprehensive care and support for affected patients.

Oral health professionals can positively impact their patients’ dental and systemic health by providing dietary counseling and healthcare screenings.

New refugees frequently experience oral health disparities, emphasizing the need for culturally informed practices in oral healthcare to ensure access and improve outcomes.

This bacterium has a profound influence on periodontal diseases and systemic inflammation, as well as potential links to neurodegenerative disorders and systemic health

Dentists can integrate evidence-based screening tools to detect substance use disorders, fostering communication and offering referrals to addiction treatment specialists

While rare, this pathology has devastating effects on patient health and quality of life

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

While additional research on this medical issue is needed, dental providers can help patients improve their quality of life