The following strategies will help clinicians identify and treat this clinically diverse patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the incidence and…

Given the ease and availability of rapid screening methods, oral health professionals are uniquely positioned to identify the early stages of infection. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Early diagnosis and staging of this rare disease is critical, because lesions often mimic other inflammatory periodontal conditions. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the…

While uncommon, dental providers need to be able to diagnose and treat this potentially fatal complication. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: List the types of dental procedures…

These routine dental radiographs may help clinicians recognize calcified buildups that can signal the need for medical referral. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe…

Early detection and proper management of periodontal disease can help patients maintain their natural dentition. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the various periodontal…

Dentists and dental hygienists should look for the subtle signs of victimization so they can offer appropriate treatment, resources and referrals. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

An overview of the background and pharmacology of homeopathic remedies, and their clinical use in oral health care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Educate team members and…

The following vaccination strategies will help prevent disease transmission in the dental workplace. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe immunological response processes and…

An examination of clinical 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…

Choosing appropriate materials and using proper technique will help ensure successful outcomes in direct restoration procedures. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain clinical…

An exploration of novel clinical applications for dense polytetrafluorethylene barriers. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: List various applications for dense…

Implementing proactive management strategies can help reduce the prevalence of this ubiquitous — and preventable — disease. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss caries…

This easily implemented strategy will assist oral health professionals in identifying patients who are at risk for inflammatory-driven conditions. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Assessing patients’ ability to process basic health information can help improve compliance with treatment recommendations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define oral health…

Given the number of patients presenting with these maladies, understanding key differences in immune response will help guide appropriate oral care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

These classification and management strategies can help patients experiencing this common clinical condition. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the percentage of patients…

The various pathologies and potential for malignancy make effective diagnosis and treatment of these lesions critical. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the prevalence,…

These clinical tips will assist dental teams in treating this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define the subtypes and classification of attention…

An exploration of various treatment scenarios for managing septa during surgical procedures. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the morphology and orientation of maxillary…