As the prevalence of these lesions increases, understanding the roles of abrasion, erosion, and abfraction is key to effectively preventing further destruction of the tooth surface.

Follow these strategies to create a professional reputation across all facets of social media.

Follow these strategies to help patients with scleroderma experience successful dental visits and improve their oral self-care regimens.

Diabetes and HIV infection generate different immune responses that can significantly impact oral health and periodontal treatment.

Patients with aggressive periodontitis are at increased risk of implant complications, but an effective peri-implant tissue maintenance protocol can help improve outcomes.

What the research reveals about the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of this common problem.

Dental hygienists can make a difference in the oral health of children with special health care needs by serving as members of the pediatric feeding team.

Dental hygienists play an important role in the promotion and maintenance of oral health in patients recovering from stroke.

Dental hygienists can help improve their patients’ systemic health by noting the early symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea.

Two Institute of Medicine reports paint a dire picture of oral health and access to care in the United States, but provide solutions on how to fix them.