The use of potassium iodide, potassium fluoride, silver nitrate, and glass ionomer cement may mitigate the discoloration caused by SDF.

Calculus location, instrument selection, and indications for use are considerations for removal of these tenacious deposits.

Maintaining a neutral posture during patient care is key to preventing musculoskeletal injuries.

My office uses iPads for patient check-in. Are there any issues regarding securing informed consent on such a device?

Oral health professionals need to remain up-to-date on the types of radiographic exposures and size image receptors in order to be well-prepared to treat this population.

Dental hygienists are regularly providing local anesthesia safely and effectively across the United States.

We use a variety of different surface disinfectants to clean our operatories. How do I know that I am using the best one with the correct contact time to ensure disinfection? Disease transmission from environmental surfaces is generally…

At my practice we recommend fluoride toothpaste, oral hygiene techniques, xylitol, and diet changes for those at high risk of decay. I also consider dry mouth. However, I often feel like we are going in circles with no changes noted. Any…

A federally funded associateship program at the New York University College of Dentistry is helping young patients with special needs receive the dental care they need.

Choosing the best instrument for the task at hand requires knowledge of the available armamentarium.

Most states allow dental hygienists to perform this important clinical function but controversy remains.

Evidence-based approaches are key to supporting tooth remineralization.

During my review, I was penalized for taking too much time on medical histories. I am concerned that if I am not thorough, I may be liable if something goes wrong.

Oral health professionals need to educate their patients about the effects of menopause on oral health.

Oregon is funding education to ease the shortage of oral health professionals, but is it the most prudent approach?