The following strategies can help clinicians recognize and manage sleep apnea in the dental setting. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the link between orofacial…

The risks associated with opioids can be greater than the benefits, so dentists should consider alternative strategies during minimal or moderate sedation. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Professionally dispensed, patient-applied take-home whitening approaches provide numerous benefits to patients who want whiter, brighter smiles. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

This hybrid agent offers distinct benefits over other local anesthetic drugs. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss articaine’s hybrid ester and amide formulation, and this…

The implications of occlusal issues should be taken into account during comprehensive periodontal examinations. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the relationship between…

Dental teams will benefit from an understanding of the oral health challenges faced by this patient population, as well as strategies for successful management. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

A clear grasp of the biology of the periodontal/restorative interface will help support clinicians when performing crown lengthening procedures. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Discover how dentists can cut costs, manage office expenses, and improve cash flow — no matter whether the office is a solo practice or a group practice with multiple offices. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Comprehensive, person-centered care for individuals with this neurodegenerative condition is key to maintaining quality of life. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define…

Face shields play an important role in clinical protection against COVID-19 transmission, particularly during dental procedures that create large particles and droplets. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Peptide-based biogenics hold promise for caries prevention and management, both in clinical practice and self-care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify applications for…

This clinical report investigates an asymptomatic, amorphous, radiopaque mass of disorganized hard tissue that was ultimately diagnosed as a compound odontoma. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

Continuing to evaluate your technique helps ensure the effective and safe capture of patient images. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the evolution of digital radiography.…

While utilization of these cosmetic enhancements has become more prevalent in dental care, their use is not without risk. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the types of…

The development and implementation of COVID-19 vaccines are essential steps in managing infection rates from SARS-CoV-2 and its variants. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss…

The development and implementation of COVID-19 vaccines are essential steps in managing infection rates from SARS-CoV-2 and its variants. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify…

This case illustrates a nonspecific ulcer in an infant with a history of aerodigestive tract trauma, and the process of establishing a differential diagnosis. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

The conventional block, Vazirani-Akinosi block, and the Gow-Gates block can all be utilized to provide profound anesthesia in the mandible. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Oral health professionals can play a vital role in ensuring that patients who present with signs or risk factors for these serious conditions receive an appropriate referral. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

An exploration of how managing technostress while utilizing digital technology may increase productivity and quality of life among dental professionals. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…