The USA Today article, “Your Smartphone Is 7 Times Dirtier Than Your Toilet. Here’s How To Clean It,” recently made the rounds on the internet and it’s understandable why.

Addressing the oral complications caused by hematopoietic stem cell transplants is integral to maintaining health in this patient population.

With effective preparation, practice, and review of patients’ medical histories and vital signs, oral health professionals will be able to appropriately respond to medical emergencies.

Oral health professionals need to be well versed in the adverse effects of e-cigarettes so they can effectively educate their patients.

Advances in technology may help oral health professionals improve their ergonomic posture and decrease occupational injuries.

Professionally applied topical fluorides are key to personalized caries prevention treatment planning.

Site-specific ultrasonic instrumentation is key to achieving effective periodontal maintenance and supporting periodontal health.

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Understanding a patient’s lab values—which can impact dental treatment—is key to providing comprehensive care.

While animal-assisted interventions may reduce distress for anxious patients, dental professionals need to adhere to appropriate guidelines to ensure their proper introduction into dental practice.