The following strategies will prove helpful when caring for patients with autism spectrum disorder. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify behaviors associated with autism…

More prevalent among women during their reproductive years, temporomandibular disorders may be affected by hormonal fluctuations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define and…

Being knowledgeable about sensory processing disorders can help dental teams provide effective care and improve the oral health of this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Careful assessment of these factors will help dental teams establish appropriate, risk-based recare intervals for periodontal maintenance. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define…

While animal-assisted interventions may help calm anxious patients, dental professionals should follow appropriate guidelines to ensure the successful introduction of a therapy dog into practice. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading…

Understanding the risk and presentations of dental trauma — and performing appropriate first aid — can lead to positive oral health outcomes in this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

An examination of the cost and utilization of alternative payment models for oral health care over a patient’s lifetime. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the fundamental…

As science’s understanding of the role of inflammation evolves, the oral-systemic association between periodontal disease and a broad array of other inflammatory conditions becomes clearer. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this…

Following safety guidelines and implementing proper technique are integral to the efficient use of handheld X-ray devices. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify strategies to…

A patient-specific maintenance regimen plays a pivotal role in the success of the dental implant process. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the role of the maintenance…

An exploration of the advantages of immediate dentures compared to conventional complete denture treatment. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss treatment planning and…

As part of the dental implant process, these restorative strategies will help eliminate complications and peri-implant disease. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify key steps…

With the increasing incidence of measles in the United States, dental professionals should be able to recognize this disease and understand the related oral health considerations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Clinicians can answer patients’ demand for tooth whitening with new office bleaching techniques. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify early clinical advocates for dental…

An examination of management techniques and variables that impact clinical decision-making in pediatric dentistry. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss modern strategies for…

These grafting procedures will enhance restorative results in periodontal patients with inadequate keratinized gingiva. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss periodontal grafting…

The entire dental team plays an important role in creating a pro-HPV vaccine practice. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the growing prevalence of human papillomavirus…

Clinicians can utilize these strategies for managing pain before, during and after endodontic procedures. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss strategies for managing pain in…

Treating pediatric patients with the chromosomal disorder trisomy 21 requires a thorough understanding of the condition and its implications for oral disease and dental care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

By periodically reviewing appropriate diagnostic and treatment methods, oral health professionals will be better prepared to render appropriate care when treating dental trauma and related emergencies. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After…