Risk assessment, effective communication, and self-management goal setting are integral to supporting the oral health of children.

With careful consideration of myriad factors—from self-report to clinical exam—oral health professionals can effectively diagnosis and treat this common condition.

While often touted as less harmful than traditional smoking, electronic cigarette use is not without risks.

Oral health professionals should be prepared to provide equitable care to this often stigmatized population.

Patient care and team building are supported by highly effective interpersonal communication skills.

From using professional interpretation services to addressing low health literacy, ensuring effective communication between patients and providers is Integral to positive outcomes.

With an increasingly diverse population, oral health professionals need to be able to communicate effectively with all types of patients.

The majority of periodontal patients can retain their dentition with appropriate treatment, effective plaque control, and regular maintenance.

Assessing and addressing low oral health literacy can help improve patient adherence to recommendations and outcomes.

While tobacco use continues to decline in adults, its prevalence is growing among young people, emphasizing the need for effective prevention and intervention strategies.