Blended Workflows in the Planning and Delivery of Dental Implants

Incorporating a blended workflow of digital and conventional techniques can improve outcomes in dental implant therapy. By Adam E. Saltz, DMD, MS, MPH

Utility of Cone Beam Imaging in Periodontics And Implant Therapy

This review will help providers understand applications for cone beam computed tomography in implant planning and placement, as well as when diagnosing and treating periodontal disease. By John R. Francis, DDS, MS, Trever L. Siu, DMD, MS

Overview and Management Of Endodontic Iatrogenic Extrusions

An examination of the risks, etiologies, and best practices to help mitigate sodium hypochlorite and calcium hydroxide iatrogenic extrusions in endodontic care. By Gordon S. Lai, DDS, MSD, Craig A. Dunlap, DDS

Dental Implants in Older Adults

Increasingly, clinicians are providing stable function by placing dental implants in patients in their 80s and 90s. By Timothy L. Hottel, DDS, MS, DBA, FACD, Cristian Chirla, DDS, FMII

Broadening Clinical Perspectives on Inferior Alveolar Nerve Blocks

In addition to the conventional Halsted inferior alveolar nerve block and two well-known alternatives, this discussion will examine key features of other mandibular block techniques and short needle approaches. By Arthur C. DiMarco, DMD, Lorie Speer, RDH, MSDH, Kathy Bassett, RDH, MEd

Porphyromonas gingivalis’ Role In the Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease

This bacterium’s unique features offer insights into the development of periodontitis and inflammation-driven systemic diseases. By Isis Marsh, RDH, BSDH, Anna Matthews, RDH, MS

Diagnosing and Treating Nasopalatine Duct Cysts

Oral health professionals who understand the common characteristics of nasopalatine duct cysts can effectively diagnose and manage these lesions. By Morgan Lemus, RDA, AS, Leciel Bono, RDH-ER, MS, JoAnn R. Gurenlian, RDH, MS, PhD, AFAAOM

The Art of Dental Finance and Management

Podcast Hosted by Art Wiederman, CPA. By the editors

Impact of Marijuana Use on Dental Care

With medical and/or recreational use of marijuana now legal in a growing number of states, it’s not surprising there has been an uptick in patients presenting for dental care under the influence. By the editors

American Dental Education Association Celebrates 100 Years Of Service

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) marks its centennial this year, a milestone that represents 100 years of advancing dental education by helping to prepare what ADEA calls “future ready” oral health professionals By the editors

Researchers Consider Placing Hearing Aids in Dental Implants

In a development that might initially seem far-fetched, researchers are considering incorporating hearing aids into dental implants. By the editors

Fresh Approaches to Improving Access to Care

Although there has been steady progress in increasing access to dental care, the pace has been slower than what some might like. By the editors

Evidence-Based Clinical Content

As a peer-reviewed journal, Decisions in Dentistry has always strived to bring you trusted, unbiased and evidence-based clinical content. By the editors