Oral health professionals should be able to identify signs and symptoms of use and possible abuse of cannabis and cannabis products.

Orofacial myofunctional disorders and chronic oral dysfunction may increase the risk for dental malocclusion and related craniofacial dysmorphology.

A combination of brief motivational interviewing and vaccination counseling can reduce risk for human papillomavirus-related oropharyngeal cancers.

Oral health professionals need to provide empathetic and supportive treatment to this patient population.

Integrating tailored health promotion and preventive interventions, such as risk assessment for falls, with the provision of oral healthcare may facilitate a pathway to active, healthy aging.

This new approach bodes well for improving healthcare outcomes while also lowering costs.

Treatment acommodations may be necessary for patients with this complicated syndrome.

Spotting the signs of these issues and helping to mitigate their impact on the oral cavity are key to supporting both oral and systemic health.

Incorporating screening questionnaires that assess probability for suicide ideation, capability, and attempt into the medical history form may help ensure at-risk patients receive the help they need.

Remaining up to date on the important role vitamins and minerals play in a functioning immune system as well as how they relate to oral health is part of providing patient-centered care.