In dental implant treatment, clinicians can minimize biologic and technical complications by addressing these key factors prior to implant placement. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Optimal pH levels support remineralization and oral health by helping maintain homeostasis in the oral microbiome. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the concepts of…

Careful planning and placement, followed by proper maintenance, can help providers and patients avoid implant complications. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the role of…

Successful outcomes in endodontic therapy depend on sound technique that follows recommended protocols for asepsis and safety. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the…

If diagnosed in its early stages, erosive tooth wear can be managed with preventive strategies and minimally invasive treatment modalities. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

A clinical report examining restoration with a removable partial denture with an esthetic cast circumferential clasp on maxillary premolar teeth. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

The proper management of dental unit water systems will help ensure the provision of safe care EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain why planktonic biofilm accumulates in…

The concept of P4 medicine — participation, prediction, prevention and personalization — offers new tools to manage the various stages of periodontal disease. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

Not all innocuous-looking oral mucosal lesions are benign and a histopathological exam is the best tool for establishing a definitive diagnosis. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

An examination of the current science supporting immediate placement of dental implants. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the advantages of immediate dental implant…

The implant abutment connection interface warrants careful consideration when restoring dental implants, as the choice of components can directly impact outcomes. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

The individualized recommendation of therapeutic mouthrinses as adjunct tools can lead to better oral health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the use of therapeutic…

Professional familiarity with new dental topical anesthetic agents is a key element of safe, effective and comfortable care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe common…

Consisting of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis and other conditions, these rare but potentially life-threatening drug reactions require prompt intervention. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Preparing dental teams and clinics for the provision of special care dentistry can help improve the oral and systemic health of this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Clinicians can mitigate the risk of peri-implant mucositis and periimplantitis by considering these factors in implant prosthesis design. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain…

Ergonomic interventions using the Core Four can help oral health professionals minimize issues with work-related musculoskeletal disorders. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Along with preventive therapies, optimal salivary action can promote remineralization and reverse lesion development in patients with dental caries. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

An open-membrane approach supports implant success by simplifying ridge preservation procedures and avoiding challenges associated with primary closure. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

As part of a multidisciplinary team, dental professionals play a pivotal role in managing oral complications from hematopoietic stem cell transplants. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…