Several of my patients who take bisphosphonates to treat their osteoporosis have been questioning their safety. One has asked whether calcium or vitamin D supplements provide the same benefits. How do I best advise them?

I am starting a new position with a practice that includes a large proportion of Hmong people—some of whom do not speak English—in its patient population. Do you have any advice to help me communicate effectively with non English…

I have consistently observed the presence of xerostomia among patients with facial paralysis. Is there an association between the two?

I am having trouble generating strokes that are powerful enough to remove tenacious calculus. Do you have any suggestions?

I am 24 weeks pregnant and wondering if there are any risks to working around nitrous oxide in the dental setting.

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