As a complex neural tube defect, spina bifida causes a variety of impairments that can impact the provision of dental treatment. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the…

Selecting the right material for the right situation will help ensure optimal function, long-term performance and esthetics when restoring primary teeth. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Creating an individually tailored treatment plan can help minimize the adverse oral health effects of cancer care regimens. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the various…

Postoperative pain management is undergoing dramatic changes, and the current thinking is that each patient should have an individualized treatment plan. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

By adopting in-office screening, oral health professionals can facilitate obstructive sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the prevalence…

Recognized for its antioxidant and antimicrobial action, aloe vera’s anti-inflammatory properties can also be beneficial as an alternative dental therapy. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

Digital workflows can improve efficiency and outcomes during fully guided surgical implant placement and immediate provisionalization in the esthetic zone. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

An examination of predisposing factors, differential diagnosis and therapies for dentin hypersensitivity. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the prevalence of dentin…

Reflecting the latest scientific insights, the newly updated periodontal disease classification system includes the inaugural classifications for peri-implant conditions. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

By understanding the risk factors, oral health professionals can prescribe appropriate preventive strategies for managing early childhood caries. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

An exploration of a novel antimicrobial in the management of peri-implantitis. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the prevalence of dental implants and peri-implantitis.…

The genomic era is increasing scientific understanding of dental caries determinants, based on the interactions of host, oral flora and environmental factors. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

Early identification of occlusal issues in children facilitates timely orthodontic treatment that helps support optimal oral health in the primary and mixed dentition. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Dental teams should familiarize themselves with vaccination recommendations to reduce the risk of infectious diseases and better educate patients about the importance of immunizations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course,…

This case report demonstrates the use of provisional crowns, hybrid abutments and modern ceramics to maximize strength in maxillary anterior restorations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

In root canal treatment, effectively cleaning and disinfecting canals - especially in the apical third - will help ensure successful outcomes. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

An exploration of three techniques for dental implant treatment for the oral rehabilitation of edentulous patients. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

By screening for sleep-related breathing disorders, oral health professionals can help contribute to a child’s optimal growth and development. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

As the silo model of health care fades, oral health professionals will play an increasingly important part in efforts that ensure comprehensive interprofessional care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Tracking individual fluoride intake — including fluoridated water — will help clinicians create effective caries management plans. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the…