Decision-Making in Restoring an Implant-Supported Overdenture

This case report demonstrates the challenges of a full-mouth rehabilitation with a maxillary implant-supported overdenture and single implant restorations in the mandibular arch. By Guadalupe G. Fay, DMD, FACP, Harlan J. Shiau, DDS, DMSc

Minimize Risk of COVID-19 Upon Returning To Work

Here is a summary of recommendations from leading organizations for returning to dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. By Kandis V. Garland, RDH, MS

Ultrasonic Aerosols in the Age of COVID-19

Given concerns over transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, managing aerosols produced during ultrasonic scaling is a key tenet of safe practice. By Stephen K. Harrel, DDS

Diagnosing Premalignant and Malignant White Lesions

These clinical presentations will help providers differentiate oral mucosal lesions that may be malignant or premalignant from benign white lesions. By Kitrina G. Cordell, DDS, MS, Molly S. Rosebush, DDS, MS

Applications for Acupuncture in Dentistry

An overview of this ancient technique and the most common oral conditions that can be treated with acupuncture therapy. By Greg Goddard, DDS, Giovanni Mauro, MD, DDS

Toxicity of E-Cigarettes on Human Health

While often touted as less harmful than traditional smoking, use of electronic cigarettes is not without risks. By Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD, FSCDH, Armita Hezarkhani, DMD, MPH, Marc Shlossman, DDS, MS

Prevention Over Prevalence: Importance of Interdental Cleaning

Informed clinicians can help tailor individualized, patient-specific recommendations for effective interdental cleaning. By Terri Tilliss, RDH, PhD

Searching for a SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine

Could a vaccine for the SARS-CoV-2 virus be in our near future? By Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Seniors Support Adding Medicare Dental Benefits

In December 2019, the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging surveyed a national sample of more than 1000 adults ages 65 to 80 about their oral health and if they had dental coverage. By the editors

The Art of Dental Finance and Management Podcast Hosted by Art Wiederman, CPA

The weekly podcast, “The Art of Dental Finance and Management,” ad­dresses essential topics relevant to practicing clinicians. By the editors

COVID-19 Isn’t Deterring Patients From the Dental Office

A survey by DentalPlans.com, an online marketplace for dental savings plans, reveals that as long as safety precautions are in place, nearly 90% of respondents will visit the dentist despite the COVID-19 pandemic. By the editors

OCTOdent Partners with University of Tennessee College of Dentistry

OCTOdent, an Arkansas-based company specializing in dental evacuation equipment, has partnered with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry (UTHSC) in Memphis to provide dental students, patients and educators with its Extraoral Aerosol Scavenger. By the editors

University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Earn Recognition

Peter Milgrom, DDS, a professor of oral health sciences and pediatric dentistry at the University of Washington School of Dentistry and an adjunct professor in the School of Public Health, is among the winners of the 2020 University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Campaign Alumni Awards, named by the alumni association. By the editors

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Announces $175B in Provider Funding

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced $175 billion in relief funds for healthcare providers and hospitals as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. By the editors

Everyday Hygiene Practices Reduce Risk of Infections

A position paper published in the American Journal of Infection Control online suggests improved everyday hygiene practices reduce the risk of common infections by up to 50%, and reduce the need for antibiotics by up to 30%. By the editors