The lesser-known antimicrobial properties of local anesthetics may help dental hygienists to optimize patient care beyond pain management.

Our nonclinical staff members want to close the office and leave the minute the last patient is gone. They don’t understand that we need to clean the operatories/sterilize instruments prior to leaving. Is this a legal issue?

While research is limited, some studies show that this therapy may be helpful in preventing and managing periodontal diseases, dental caries, and oral malodor.

Electronic cigarette use has a wide range of implications for oral health.

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Explore the impact of diet on demineralization, oral microbiome, and pH levels in the oral cavity.

Oral health professionals are integral to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of oral sequelae in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

Lightweight, large diameter, and tapered shape are key to improving the ergonomics of hand instrumentation.

Discover the transformative potential of AI in dental practice, from enhancing clinical documentation to revolutionizing diagnostic image analysis.