Instrumentation Restore Periodontal Health Feb 15, 2012 Effective nonsurgical periodontal therapy is key to improving and maintaining the oral health of patients with moderate to advanced chronic periodontitis.
Fluoride The Consequences of Convenience Feb 15, 2012 The rise of bottled water consumption has some unintended effects on the environment and oral health.
Esthetic Dentistry Whitening Wisdom Feb 15, 2012 Esthetic dentistry expert, Ronald E. Goldstein, DDS, shares his thoughts on the status of tooth whitening and where it may go from here.
Caries 9 Myths About Caries Prevention in Older Adults Jan 20, 2012 New research discredits the traditional emphasis on restorative care for older patients—paving the way for more effective prevention strategies.
Antimicrobials Antibiotics and Dental Biofilms Jan 20, 2012 The complexity of dental biofilms interferes with the ability of antibiotics to penetrate these destructive bacterial communities.
Oral Pathology Educate Your Patients About HPV Jan 19, 2012 Dental hygienists can serve as the first line of defense in detecting and treating oral human papillomavirus.
Miscellaneous Bacteremia and Oral Health Jan 19, 2012 Maintaining oral health may be more effective than antibiotic prophylaxis in reducing the risk of bacteremia.
Ultrasonics The Possibility of Pulsation Jan 18, 2012 A discussion with A. Damien Walmsley, BDS, MSc, PhD, about cavitation and acoustic microstreaming in ultrasonic instrumentation.
Infection Control Dental Waterline Safety Jan 18, 2012 Tips to ensure the water quality in your practice.
Ergonomics Protect Your Musculoskeletal Health Jan 18, 2012 Strategies to reduce the risk of injury during off-work hours.