The door to more employment choices, additional promotion opportunities, and higher salaries opens with the attainment of higher degrees.

Oral health professionals can help ensure a lifetime of oral health by educating children and families about the importance of diet during the developmental years.

The career paths for dental hygienists continue to expand, providing 
additional professional opportunities and improving access to care.

Recently passed California legislation requires radiographic imaging prior to initiating aligner therapy.

While a recent study raised doubts regarding fluoride safety, a closer look reveals significant limitations.

Oral health professionals should consider using terminology that facilitates better chronic oral disease management.

Ensuring the early and comprehensive examination of children puts them on the path to positive oral health.

This innovative program expands access to preventive oral health care through a highly integrated care delivery model.

In addition to establishing a dental home and developing a comprehensive treatment plan, the introduction of silver diamine fluoride may be a game changer in the effort to reduce the prevalence of dental caries.

While some oral health professionals are wary of recommending oral irrigation for the management of chronic periodontitis, evidence demonstrates it is an effective therapy in reducing inflammation.