Special Report: Nobel Thinking for Dentistry

The 2015 Nobel Prize in chemistry celebrates pioneering research that supports the concept of precision medicine and the delivery of personalized oral health care By Lena Kauffman

Considerations for Pediatric Local Anesthesia

A look at drug selection and methodologies for administering local agents to pediatric patients By Sean G. Boynes, DMD, MS

Preventing and Managing Root Caries

These clinical strategies can aid efforts to prevent and manage root caries in the adult patient population. By Donald L. Chi, DDS, PhD, Christopher Shyue, BS, BA

Clinical Manifestations of Kidney Disease

Patients with this common condition may present with a variety of oral side effects. By Robert E. Rada, DDS

FAQ: Keating Dental Arts

Laboratory Offers Clinical Solutions and Helpful Educational Resources By Keating Dental Arts

Sleep Disorder Detection in Pediatric Patients

Early identification of these conditions will aid in preventing sequelae. By Catherine K. Starnes, RDH, BS, Jeffrey S. Rouse, DDS

Medication Use and Gingival Enlargement

Understanding the etiology, risk factors and treatment options for drug-related gingival overgrowth. By Rania Livada, DDS, MS, Jacob Shiloah, DMD

Recognizing Common Lesions of the Tongue

Accurately diagnosing common presentations will allow appropriate management — and help rule out malignancies. By Pallavi Parashar, BDS, DDS, FRCD(C)

Effective Radiographic Interpretation

Refining their diagnostic skills and knowledge of anatomy will help clinicians recognize the most common variations in normal radiographs — as well as the most frequently encountered incidental findings. By Mitzi J. Palazzolo, DDS, MS, Maj, USAF, DC, Shawneen M. Gonzalez, DDS, MS, Teresa Reeves, DDS, JD, LT COL, USAF, DC

Forces Shaping the Future of Corporate Dentistry

Few would argue against the notion that so-called corporate dentistry will play an increasingly prominent role in care delivery. By Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Easing Financial Worries Lead to More Visits

According the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the number of patients who put off dental care due to financial concerns has been declining since the recession ended. By the editors

Study Underscores Link Between HPV and Oral Cancers

New research published in JAMA Oncology helps further establish the connection between the human papillomavirus (HPV) and head and neck cancers. By the editors

Zest Anchors Acquires Danville Materials

Zest Anchors has purchased Danville Materials, a manufacturer of restorative consumables and small dental equipment. By the editors

Worldwide Prevalence of Oral Herpes Poses Infection Prevention Challenge

More than 3.7 billion people under age 50 are infected with herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). By the editors

Root Canal Awareness Week Slated

The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) invites dentists and their patients to join them in celebrating the 10th anniversary of Root Canal Awareness Week. By the editors

Report Confirms High Rates of Periodontitis Across the U.S.

New Mexico and Hawaii lead the nation in incidence of periodontal disease. By the editors

Updated Immunization Schedules Released

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released updated immunization recommendations that contain some noteworthy changes from previous schedules. By the editors

Septodont to Market Sprix Nasal Spray

Septodont, the Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of dental anesthetics, has signed an agreement with Egalet for exclusive rights to market Sprix Nasal Spray (ketorolac tromethamine) to U.S. clinicians. By the editors