Research demonstrates the effects of arginine in destabilizing biofilm, decreasing enamel demineralization and dentinal hypersensitivity, and supporting remineralization.

Erosive tooth wear can be effectively addressed with minimally invasive dentistry if diagnosed in its early stages.

While rare, severe cutaneous adverse reactions to certain medications are potentially life-threatening and thus require immediate attention.

Explicit (conscious) and implicit (unconscious) biases affect providers’ understanding, actions, communication, and treatment decisions.

Effective risk assessment is key to changing patient behavior and understanding patients.

While implant therapy is a feasible option in patients with this metabolic disorder, oral health professionals need to consider a variety of factors before moving forward.

As patients continue to demand whiter teeth, new in-office bleaching techniques help make positive outcomes easier than ever.

Dental hygienists should be prepared to recognize tongue-tie and provide education and referrals to improve oral function.

This three-dimensional technology offers many advantages but oral health professionals need to be well versed in its indications and technique to use it safely.

Research demonstrates that masticatory disfunction may also be a risk factor for dementia.