Price: $22 Even though dental hygienists have been administering local anesthesia for more than 40 years, there is still no consensus on national education standards or utilization guidelines. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading…

Price: $22 These strategies will help ensure that vulnerable children receive routine and preventive oral care in dental — rather than medical — settings. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

Price: $22 The use of this agent offers many benefits in managing lesions, especially among underserved and low-income populations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe…

Price: $22 Many treatment options are available to manage what patients colloquially refer to as gummy smile. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the different causes of…

Price: $22 The expansion of Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program has improved the utilization of dental care in the pediatric population, yet disparities remain. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Price: $22 Despite excellent physical conditioning, this patient population may be at increased risk for bruxing, dental erosion and xerostomia. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Price: $22 This clinical approach can be a useful option for treating deep caries in deciduous molars with vital pulp. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the factors…

Price: $22 Clinicians must be vigilant in identifying this type of periodontitis so treatment can begin as early as possible in the disease process. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Price: $22 A basic understanding of the oral health challenges faced by this patient population will allow clinicians to provide effective care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Price: $22 A carefully organized and strategically implemented maintenance program is integral to maintaining the longevity of dental restorations, stability of soft tissue esthetics, and, ultimately, patient satisfaction.…

Price: $22 Dietary choices can positively — or negatively — impact oral health. Clinicians can help by identifying and managing risk, and providing appropriate dietary counseling. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course,…

Price: $22 Assessing specific risk factors will help clinicians support the oral health of this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the prevalence…

Price: $22 This agent shows promise for prevention and caries arrest in geriatric patients. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain the indications and contraindications for…

Price: $22 Disturbances can occur within each stage of tooth development, but with early diagnosis and intervention, complications can be avoided, minimizing the need for subsequent treatment. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading…

Price: $22 Here’s what the evidence says about the potential oral health benefits of commonly used sugar alcohols. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Provide the definition of…

Price: $22 Consider these risks and benefits before deciding whether a radiographic examination is appropriate for an expectant mother. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Price: $22 Dental teams should be trained and adequately equipped to provide an immediate and coordinated emergency response for patients experiencing chest pain or cardiac arrest. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course,…

Price: $22 An overview of the epidemic and what dental professionals can do to manage the risks and recognize the signs of illness. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss…

Price: $22 Screening in oral health care settings can help save the lives of patients with suicidal thoughts. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss who is…

Price: $22 Clinicians can help improve the oral and systemic health of this patient population by promoting preventive measures and healthy behaviors. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…