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…

Research suggest contraceptive use raises the risk of periodontitis. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the various types of contraceptives and prevalence of use among U.S.…

This review of surgical crown lengthening includes discussions of presurgical planning, surgical technique and postprocedural healing. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe…

An investigation of patient self-care performance in periodontal case management. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the authors’ proposed approach to case management and…

This overview of COVID-19 vaccine developments explores the ramifications for dental teams and patients. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the types of COVID-19 vaccines…

The following case report illustrates the diagnosis and management of facial paralysis caused by Ramsay Hunt syndrome. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the etiology,…

Infants who are exclusively breastfed are subject to vitamin D deficiency, which may affect enamel development an caries risk. Early interventions, including vitamin D supplements, may promote positive oral health outcomes. EDUCATIONAL…

Leveraging a dental hygienist’s advanced skill set can improve efficiency and productivity in any dental practice. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe some of the expanded…

Early detection of thyroid nodules is critical in differentiating between malignant and nonmalignant lesions in order to implement appropriate management strategies. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

A discussion of current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance for the use and reprocessing of electric and air-driven rotary handpieces. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Integrating digital technologies with traditional techniques will help achieve optimal oral health outcomes EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the concept and benefits of…

This case report explores iatrogenic considerations when introducin significant heat in the root canal system during post preparation EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the…

This impression technique uses a laminar approach with a custom tray to record unsupported maxillary tissue in complete denture prosthodontics EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

The use of shared decision-making during treatment planning can help build consensus between providers and patients EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe traditional…

Because oral diseases can impact pregnancy and fetal development, dental teams can support infant health by promoting maternal oral health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain…

This clinical chronicle demonstrates the day-to-day healing of a free gingival graft, and correlates the visual presentation with the histology of the healing wound. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

This review of radiography technique will help ensure diagnostic-quality panorex images. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the purpose of panoramic radiography in dental…

Within dentistry, hypnosis can be used as a nonpharmacological intervention to enhance overall patient comfort while reducing fear and anxiety. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Three-dimensional radiography is a helpful adjunct that supports accurate endodontic diagnosis, case planning and treatment. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the…

With the advent of the coronavirus pandemic and stay-at- home mandates, many dental professionals have embraced teledentistry as a viable means of delivering care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should…