Treating drug-induced dry mouth.

Strategies for treating patients with anxiety disorders.

Improving therapeutic outcomes with better sharpening skills.

Although not approved by the FDA specifically for caries prevention, when used appropriately fluoride varnish is an effective and safe therapy in reducing caries.

In the first installment of a continuing series on anesthesia, Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, shares his expertise on using amide local anesthetic agents.

Dental hygienists may not be aware of the American Academy of Periodontology's 1999 classification system for periodontal diseases. Gary Armitage, DDS, MS, discusses how the system affects dental hygiene practice.

The link is clear but new research continues to uncover clues on how tobacco use affects periodontal disease.

Using the periodontal probe to detect periodontal destruction is essential to assessment.

John A. Yagiela, DDS, PhD, shares his expertise on the use of topical anesthetics.

Noting harmful chair side postures through assessment and observation and making necessary adjustments can make the difference in maintaining a healthy career in dental hygiene.