This analysis of research into opioid prescribing in dentistry leads to evidence-based recommendations for reducing or eliminating opioid use in dental pain management. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Acknowledging the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on general and mental health among vulnerable groups is key to providing effective oral healthcare. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

A discussion of using gingival crevicular fluid as a biomarker for assessing the risk and stages of periodontal disease, as well as other oral and systemic conditions. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

As more patients begin taking biologics, oral health professionals should be knowledgeable about these agents’ indications, adverse reactions, and risk of interactions with other medications. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this…

This case report describes the use of a Cvek pulpotomy in a patient with a history of head and neck radiation to help mitigate the risk of osteoradionecrosis of the jaw. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Learning to identify and manage systemic conditions as part of a multidisciplinary team can improve outcomes in periodontal care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the…

With training and empathy, oral health professionals can provide quality care for adolescent patients with major depressive disorder. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the…

As part of a comprehensive care team, dental providers play an essential role in preventing and treating the oral health complications of X-linked hypophosphatemia. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Newer targeted therapies are being linked with medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, which underscores the need to stay abreast of its risk factors and etiologies. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

A discussion of the implications for health and disease — as well as treatment planning and therapy — resulting from point-of-care diabetes screening in dental settings. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…