How 3D Printing Is Shaping the Future of Dental Care

The advancement of three-dimensional printing in dentistry offers a more efficient, cost-effective, and innovative approach to dental treatments, paving the way for complex, customized solutions that traditional methods can’t achieve. By Basil Basha, DDS, MSc

Explaining the Safety of Dental Radiography

Patients need clear, definitive, and straightforward information on the risks and benefits of capturing dental X-rays and why their diagnostic value is so important. By Leila H. Liberman, RDH, EdD, Cynthia Finfrock, RDH, MS, Angela Dudley, RDH, MA, CHES

Safeguarding Your Patient Data

Tips for navigating compliance and mitigating breach risks. By Michelle Boyce, DHSc, RDH, FADHA, Donna Catapano-Martinez, DHSc, CDA, RDH, Marci Bennafield, MPH, Cedric Truss, DHA, MSHI

Unmasking Burnout: A Dentist’s Guide to Recognition and Recovery

Identifying the signs of burnout can help clinicians find joy and fulfillment inside and outside of work. By Tarryn MacCarthy, DMD

Fact or Fiction: Debunking Current Trends In Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

Strategies for evaluating current trends in periodontal therapy to ensure patients receive the most effective treatment plan. By Adam E. Saltz, DMD, MS, MPH, Victoria Sirois, RDH, BSDH

The Impact of Dental Probe Wear on Implant Health

Exploring how colored plastic probe markings may degrade and affect peri-implant tissues during routine dental assessments. By Sei J. Kim, DMD, MS, Chandur Wadhwani, BDS, MSD, Jack Ferracane, PhD, Richard O'Brien, BSEE, James A. Katancik, DDS, PhD

Influence of Firing Modality on Lithium Disilicate Ceramic Color

This study demonstrates that using a faster firing cycle may result in color variation when producing same-day computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing restorations. By William Elza, DMD, Bradley S. Roberts, DDS, Eugenia P. Roberts, DDS, Jason Eaton, DDS, John Mitchell, PhD, Gina Marie Agostini-Walesch, PhD, Charlotte Bolch, PhD

Strategies for Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders

Discover how dental professionals can combat these common issues through ergonomic strategies, targeted exercises, and stress management techniques to enhance well-being and career longevity. By Shivani Kamodia Barto, DDS

Embracing Artificial Intelligence In Dentistry

Since artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere, what effect will it ultimately have on our lives? Many believe this technology will be a boon for all, while others think it will lead to the collapse of civilization. As with most great issues it can be assumed that the long-term result will be a mix [...] By Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Heated Waterlines Are a Recipe for Disaster

Using heated water for dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) may enhance biofilm growth and proliferation, resulting in higher bacterial counts, which raises the risk of contamination during dental procedures.1 Biofilms thrive in warm environments, and the combination of moisture and warmth in heated water lines can lead to more rapid biofilm formation, potentially compromising water quality.1 [...] By Kandis V. Garland, RDH, MS