This complex neural tube defect causes a variety of impairments that can impact the delivery of dental treatment.

Staying abreast of the changing landscape of caries risk assessment, management, and prevention will help oral health professionals provide the highest quality patient care.

Oral health professionals play important roles in detecting and treating obstructive sleep apnea.

In order to safely and effectively manage this patient population, oral health professionals should be able to recognize the medical indications for which antiplatelets are prescribed and understand their adverse effects.

As the ranks of older adults continue to grow, oral health professionals must adapt their clinical approaches to meet the needs of this patient population.

Patients with this neurodegenerative disorder need a customized dental care plan to maintain both oral and overall health.

Dental hygienists are well positioned to identify, treat, and refer patients who present with suspected or confirmed EDS signs and symptoms.

Understanding prosthetic design is essential to tailoring effective maintenance regimens for the prevention and treatment of peri-implant diseases.

The dental videoscope provides direct visualization of nearly undetectable subgingival calculus deposits.

The best patient outcomes are achieved through the tandem use of ultrasonic and hand instrumentation.