Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw can cause devastating oral complications, making risk assessment, prevention, and early diagnosis essential for patients taking antiresorptive or antiangiogenic medications.

From pro-inflammatory foods to vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids, nutrition may play an important role in periodontal inflammation and overall systemic health. 

With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable adjunct in preventive and therapeutic dental care.

From diagnostic errors and informed consent to meticulous documentation, discover the essential safeguards every oral health professional should know.

From the surprising speed of peri-implantitis to hidden biofilm traps and the timing of full-arch maintenance, put your clinical knowledge to the test.

As more patients request fluoride-free options, emerging evidence suggests nano-hydroxyapatite may offer impressive benefits for remineralization, sensitivity relief, and caries prevention but important clinical and regulatory questions…

From prenatal counseling and motivational interviewing to fluoride, dietary guidance, and silver diamine fluoride, evidence-based prevention strategies can help dental hygienists reduce the burden of early childhood caries.

Learn how routine spore testing, proper sterilizer monitoring, and documentation can help your practice prevent infection, protect patients, and stay compliant with CDC and OSHA standards.

Explore the advantages, limitations, and clinical applications of the conventional inferior alveolar nerve block, Vazirani-Akinosi, and Gow-Gates techniques to improve anesthetic success and patient comfort.

Knowing how to respond to an occupational exposure to HIV, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C can protect your health, reduce anxiety, and ensure timely, evidence-based care.