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.

How to detect infectious outbreaks¯caused by terrorism or natural disease eruption and what to do if an outbreak occurs.

Reduce Your Risk The etiology, risk factors, preventive measures, and treatment options for cervical cancer. BY MARIA PERNO GOLDIE, RDH, BA, MS The incidence of sexually transmitted diseases in the United States is…

The incidence of root caries increases with age. James S. Wefel, PhD, shares his expertise on the prevention and treatment of this serious threat to oral health.

Proper explorer selection and technique are requisite to successful nonsurgical periodontal therapy.