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The Time for Oral Health Equity Is Now

Dental therapists play an important role in efforts to address racial and ethnic oral health disparities.

Risk assessment, effective communication, and self-management goal setting are integral to supporting the oral…

The use of a simple antimicrobial preprocedural mouthrinse supports the safe practice of dentistry.

— Most people have gum disease from not flossing and don’t realize it — or the risk it creates for their overall…

The COVID-19 pandemic has seriously impacted dentistry. All oral health professionals are concerned about remaining…

By reducing healthcare disparities, providing nonjudgmental care, and addressing areas of high risk, oral health…

Proper diagnosis of erythematous, erosive, and ulcerated appearance of the gingiva is key to effective care.

Evidence supports the effectiveness of this type of traditional Chinese medicine in the management of work-related…

With a growing aging population across the United States, oral health professionals are charged with helping this…

By supporting the prescription drug monitoring program, promoting the proper disposal of opioids, and encouraging…