Dental hygienists should be able to recognize the symptoms of this neuropathic pain condition and adapt the provision of care to avoid triggering pain in this patient population.

Educating patients on their risk for heart disease and strategies for prevention can help them maintain both their oral and overall health.

With cannabis use increasing across the United States, oral health professionals need to be prepared to address the dental needs of this population.

Adult populations at increased caries risk can greatly benefit from SDF application.

Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to screen patients for systemic and oral diseases using salivary diagnostics.

The American Academy of Periodontology’s 2017 classification system presents a step forward in the quest for more accurate and timely periodontal assessment, care, and referral.

Strategies for the safe and effective treatment of patients with this type of inherited intellectual disability.

Although the risk of transmission is low in dental settings, oral health professionals should be knowledgeable of any regulations requiring disclosure of an infectious disease.

Research suggests a multidisciplinary approach involving orthodontics and periodontal therapy helps support positive patient outcomes.

Oral health professionals should be prepared to help patients with this disorder address the oral signs and symptoms.