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Dental Therapy Timeline

This timeline demonstrates the progression of dental therapy from its beginnings in the tribal lands of Alaska to…

Differentiating between malignant/ premalignant oral mucosal lesions and benign white lesions is key to ensuring…

Integrating digital technologies with traditional techniques will help achieve optimal outcomes.

Excellent oral healthcare will help pets live longer, healthier lives.

As the association between periodontal health, systemic disease, and nutrition becomes more clear, dental…

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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…