Guest Editorial: Isolation in Endodontics

Despite the many advantages of dental dams, they are often underutilized in endodontic and restorative procedures. By Eugene A. Pantera Jr., DDS, MS

Dental Pain Management Strategies

An exploration of anesthetic adjuncts as a means to improve patient comfort during therapy. By Bernadette Alvear Fa, DDS, Daniel Castagna, DDS

Conservative Caries Treatment

Adopting a minimally invasive approach and implementing evidence-based management protocols can preserve tooth structure and improve outcomes. By Steven P. Hackmyer, DDS, Orpheus L. Triplett, DDS

Diagnosis and Treatment of Gingival Recession

These classification and management strategies can help patients experiencing this common clinical condition. By Keerthana Satheesh, DDS, MS

Immune Response in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes or Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Given the number of patients presenting with these maladies, understanding key differences in immune response will help guide appropriate oral care. By Fred J. Fendler, DDS, Lucinda J. Lyon RDH, DDS, EdD

Leverage Health Literacy for Better Outcomes

Assessing patients’ ability to process basic health information can help improve compliance with treatment recommendations. By Priscilla M. Flynn, RDH, MPH, DrPH

Risk Assessment for Obesity and Periodontal Disease

This easily implemented strategy will assist oral health professionals in identifying patients who are at risk for inflammatory-driven conditions. By Casey Hein, BSDH, MBA, Eraldo L. Batista Jr., DDS, MSc, DSc

Baby Boomers’ Impact on Oral Health Care

Baby boomers, defined as Americans born between 1946 and 1964, represent the second largest segment of the U.S. population (behind millennials). By Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Gender Disparity Affects Dentists’ Earning Potential

Although progress in women’s pay and participation in the workforce has been significant, women remain a minority in dentistry. By Lena Kauffman

Research Suggests Grape Seed Extract May Strengthen Dentin

Grape seed extract may be a natural solution to prolonging the life of resin restorations and strengthening dentin, according to a University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry study. By the editors

Asymmetrical Bite Could Signify Early Life Stress

The process used by anthropologists to assess skulls and teeth for asymmetrical bite may prove valuable to living populations as an indicator of environmental stress, according to a University of Washington School of Dentistry study. By the editors

American Dental Association Provides Clinical Resource on Genetics and Oral Health

The American Dental Association (ADA) offers insights into the role that genetics plays in oral health with the release of “Genetics and Oral Health.” By the editors

Dental Stem Cell Study Promises Answers to Tissue Regeneration

In a mouse model study, investigators from the University of California, San Francisco’s School of Dentistry and School of Medicine have determined that signals from the surrounding tissue of incisors trigger dental stem cells to change into mature teeth, resulting in the growth of a new tooth. By the editors

Christian Stohler Recognized for Contributions to Oral Health Research

The American Association of Dental Research (AADR) honored Christian S. Stohler, DMD, Dr Med Dent, dean of Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and senior vice president of Columbia University Medicine Center, for his contributions to oral health research. By the editors

Obese Children With Type 2 Diabetes Appear More Likely to Have Poor Oral Health

A study in PLOS One has found that children are obese and have type 2 diabetes are more likely to have poor oral health than their peers. By the editors