Risk assessment is a critical component of effective periodontal disease diagnosis and management.

Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to provide care and early intervention strategies to reduce dental caries.

Pit and fissure sealants are an important part of a comprehensive caries prevention plan.

Applying advanced principles of periodontal instrumentation to enhance mechanical debridement is key to meeting the goals of nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

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

The dental care delivery system is evolving, putting the dental therapist center stage in the next generation of oral health care.

A well-versed infection control coordinator is integral to making sure a site-specific infection control program is both compliant and effective.

Understanding the anatomy, topography, and calculus type is essential to effective power instrumentation of deep pockets.

Many floss alternatives are available that may help improve compliance and outcomes.

Gloves provide the most important barrier to disease transmission.