Strategies for the safe and effective treatment of patients with this type of inherited intellectual disability. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the history of fragile X…

Although the risk of transmission is low in dental settings, oral health professionals should be knowledgeable of any regulations requiring disclosure of an infectious disease. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Research suggests a multidisciplinary approach involving orthodontics and periodontal therapy helps support positive patient outcomes. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify…

Oral health professionals should be prepared to help patients with this disorder address the oral signs and symptoms. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define gastroparesis (GP)…

Exclusively breastfed Babies may be at increased risk for vitamin d deficiency, which Can affect enamel development and caries risk. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the…

Oral health professionals can play a key role in serving this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define major depressive disorder (MDD) and its effects on daily…

Research suggests some birth control methods may increase periodontitis risk. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the various types of contraceptives and prevalence of use…

The medical history provides an opportunity for clinicians to discuss COVID-19 and how patients can best protect themselves from severe illness. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Commonly used in many cultures, miswak is a potential alternative oral hygiene method. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the properties of miswak that benefit oral health.…

As more patients begin taking biologics and their generic counterparts, oral health professionals need to be knowledgeable about their indications, adverse reactions, and risk of interactions with other medications in order to provide safe…