Pathology of Gingival Cancer

While gingival cancer can be difficult to detect, survival rates depend on early treatment. By Maritza Mendez, DMD

Clinical Considerations For Cone Beam Computed Tomography

While three-dimensional imaging is a helpful diagnostic aid, like any form of radiography, it must be used judiciously. By Joseph W. Evans, DDS, Pramod Tadakamalla, BDS, MS

Interpreting Occlusion

The role of assessment and patient education in preventing occlusal problems. By Steven R. Call, DDS

Periodontal Risk Management Model

Due to the multifactorial nature of periodontal disease, identifying, assessing and managing risk factors are integral to successful therapy. By Sara G. Grossi, DDS, MS

Recognize the Signs of Eating Disorders

By noting the early symptoms of anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, oral health professionals can help patients receive the treatment they need. By Michael W. Roberts, DDS, MScD, Travis M. Hicks, DDS, MS

Exploring the Possible Link: Periodontal Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis

What the evidence says about a potential association between these two common conditions. By P. Mark Bartold, DDSc, PhD

Managing Dental Patients With HIV

The dental team can play an important role in all phases of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) care continuum — from diagnosis to disease management. By David A. Reznik, DDS, Helene Bednarsh, BS, RDH, MPH

Laser Therapy in Periodontal Treatment

While various laser technologies are available to oral health professionals, the evidence supporting their use in treating periodontal disease is mixed. By Jeffrey D. Pope, DDS, MS, Jeffrey A. Rossmann, DDS, MS

Quo Vadis

One positive influence on clinical practice is the pace of technological advances, and a great example is the increasing use of "distance learning." By Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Specialty Care In the General Dental Practice

Thanks to a combination of factors — including patient demand, technology, and the fact that multidisciplinary care not only adds fresh revenue streams, but also attracts new patients — general dentists are providing more specialty care than ever. By the editors

‘Antibiotics: Handle With Care’ Campaign Addresses Threat of Resistant Infections

The World Health Organization (WHO) ranks the growing threat of antibiotic resistance as one of the biggest challenges to global health today. By the editors

Colgate Partners With the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Colgate-Palmolive has announced that it will donate 4% of its pediatric toothbrush sales to U.S. dental offices to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. By the editors

Report Concludes That Anesthetic Use Is Safe for Pregnant Patients

Pregnant women may have been advised against the use of local anesthesia at the dentist’s office, but now they can take advantage of it with confidence. By the editors

Report Details Disparities in Health Care Among Minority Populations

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Health Braintrust has released the “2015 Kelly Report on Health Disparities in America,” which examines the causes and impact of health disparities among minorities. By the editors

3M True Definition Scanner Honored As Health Care Product of the Year

In October, the Business Intelligence Group announced the 3M True Definition Scanner as the 2015 BIG Awards for Business Health Care Product of the Year. By the editors

American Dentist Elected to Lead FDI World Dental Federation

For the first time in 30 years, an American Dental Association (ADA) member will serve as president-elect of the Fédération dentaire international, now officially known as the FDI World Dental Federation. By the editors

New Chlorhexidine Formula Shows Promise for Significantly Improved Substantivity

Researchers in the United Kingdom are working with a new formulation of chlorhexidine (CHX) that may represent a significant advance in the prevention and treatment of bacterial and fungal infections. By the editors