With a growing aging population across the United States, oral health professionals are charged with helping this vulnerable population prevent dental disease and improve oral health.

One of my patients drinks a lot of diet soda, which has softened her tooth enamel. What advice should I give her on choosing a toothpaste that will support oral health but not be too abrasive?

Careful planning and consultation with the healthcare team are required to ensure safe and appropriate treatment for this patient population.

Oral health professionals need to be prepared to treat individuals with varying stages of this neurodegenerative disorder.

This caries-prevention modality is effective for a variety of patient populations—from the very young to the very old.

A variety of options are available to support clinicians in their efforts to reduce the prevalence of tooth decay.

Personalized education and treatment are critical to effective dental hygiene care.

What do you recommend to patients who want to maintain their oral health but abstain from fluoride?

As the link between maternal and infant oral health becomes more clear, dental hygiene practice must also evolve to reflect this new knowledge.

I recently had a patient ask about the oral health benefits of using charcoal toothpaste. Are there any or is it just another fad?