Oral health professionals need to be aware of the systemic and oral health effects of the substances in this class of drugs.

Alternative pain control modalities offer soft tissue anesthesia, providing clinicians with additional options.

The use of site-specific ultrasonic inserts/tips can help improve the success of nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

Research demonstrates a direct relationship between smoking and Streptococcus mutans biofilm formation that raises the risk for dental caries.

Effectively classifying caries lesions and implementing nonsurgical therapies, such as fluoride usage, can help reduce the damage done by tooth decay.

While myriad factors can threaten the success of implant therapy, implementing maintenance strategies may support positive outcomes.

Understanding condition-specific caries risk factors can help clinicians identify successful prevention strategies. By Elise Sarvas, DDS, MSD, MPH

Clinicians have a variety of options available to improve their viewing of the oral cavity. By Casey Hein, BSDH, MBA, and Eraldo L. Batista Jr, DDS, MSc

As many patients are unaware of the association between the human papillomavirus and oral cancer, oral health professionals are charged with educating patients on this important topic.

Clinicians have a variety of options available to improve their viewing of the oral cavity.