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Detecting Nasopalatine Duct Cysts

Sep 16, 2022

Oral health professionals who understand the common characteristics of these lesions can prevent unnecessary treatment.

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Oral Health Disparities Experienced by Recent Refugees

Sep 16, 2022

A variety of factors influence the ability of this vulnerable patient population to access professional Dental care.

Strategies to Reduce Aerosol Risk

Sep 16, 2022

My office will not allow for four-handed dentistry, and I am concerned about exposures to aerosols. What are some strategies I can implement by myself to reduce this risk?

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Detecting and Treating Chronic Multifocal Candidiasis

Sep 16, 2022

This report addresses the presentation of a rare “kissing lesion.”

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Ergonomic Equipment Considerations for the Dental Hygienist

Sep 15, 2022

Making informed decisions about the use of loupes, seating alternatives, and instrument selection in order to improve ergonomics is key to career longevity.

Addressing Peri-Implantitis

Sep 6, 2022

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE While implant therapy is well-known for its safety and efficacy, not all implants flourish. Whatever the cause, peri-implantitis is a serious threat to implant health and clinicians must be…

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Support Oral Health in Patients With Removable Dental Prostheses

Aug 24, 2022

Removable oral prosthesis hygiene and care require approaches that incorporate insight from patients, multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and researchers.

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Cancer and the Oral Systemic Link

Aug 24, 2022

Healthcare professionals play a vital role in the prevention of oral and systemic disease.

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The Effects of Flavonoids on Oral Health

Aug 24, 2022

This overview of the current research on the use of flavonoids in dentistry will help oral health professionals effectively advise their patients.

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Impact of Cannabis Use on the Provision of Dental Care

Aug 24, 2022

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

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