By understanding the risk factors and brain changes associated with this disease, clinicians will be better prepared to provide effective oral healthcare.

This review presents data from the literature focusing on opioids’ action on the central and peripheral nervous systems and subsequent influence on local anesthetics.

While not traditionally noted as high risk for xerostomia, young patients are more commonly experiencing medical conditions and medication use that increase susceptibility to dry mouth.

Products that practically sell themselves.

This case study involves correcting asymmetry with crown lengthening and utilizing implant adaptation with porcelain veneers and zirconia crowns to achieve an esthetic smile makeover.

Available in both an in-office and take-home system, Colgate’s Optic White Professional delivers effective results while streamlining tooth bleaching therapy.

Utilizing three-dimensional printing, thermoformed matrices and flowable composite, this novel clinical technique helped correct the occlusal plane of the mandibular arch in preparation for a maxillary denture.

With medical and/or recreational use of marijuana now legal in a growing number of states, it’s not surprising there has been an uptick in patients presenting for dental care under the influence.

The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced a new approach to manufacturing vaccines.

Adopting this clinical approach can minimize challenges with screw loosening in dental implant components.