Removable oral prosthesis hygiene and care require approaches that incorporate insight from patients, multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and researchers. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able…

Healthcare professionals play a vital role in the prevention of oral and systemic disease. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the prevalence and risks associated with cancer…

This overview of the current research on the use of flavonoids in dentistry will help oral health professionals effectively advise their patients. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Oral health professionals should be able to identify signs and symptoms of use and possible abuse of cannabis and cannabis products. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the…

The use of buffered articaine offers several advantages in dental pain management. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the properties and pharmacokinetics that make…

Orofacial myofunctional disorders and chronic oral dysfunction may increase the risk for dental malocclusion and related craniofacial dysmorphology. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

A combination of brief motivational interviewing and vaccination counseling can reduce risk for human papillomavirus-related oropharyngeal cancers. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Oral health professionals need to provide empathetic and supportive treatment to this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic…

This case illustrates a nonspecific ulcer in an infant with a history of aerodigestive tract trauma, and the process of establishing a differential diagnosis. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…

Integrating tailored health promotion and preventive interventions, such as risk assessment for falls, with the provision of oral healthcare may facilitate a pathway to active, healthy aging. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this…

This new approach bodes well for improving healthcare outcomes while also lowering costs. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the prevalence of oral disease in the United…

The advanced features of the 2018 American Academy of Periodontology/ European Federation of Periodontology classification system will help oral health professionals formulate effective treatment plans for patients in need of periodontal…

Treatment acommodations may be necessary for patients with this complicated syndrome. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and…

Proper prevention, treatment, and maintenance strategies are integral to achieving positive patient outcomes. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain site- and patient-related…

Proper care will help maintain the longevity and service life of dental prostheses, while also supporting patient health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the different…

The COVID-19 pandemic thrust teledentistry into the spotlight, illuminating its many advantages in increasing access to car. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the role of…

Oral health professionals should be well-versed in the mode of transmission, risk factors associated with infection, and treatment modalities. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Spotting the signs of these issues and helping to mitigate their impact on the oral cavity are key to supporting both oral and systemic health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Incorporating screening questionnaires that assess probability for suicide ideation, capability, and attempt into the medical history form may help ensure at-risk patients receive the help they need. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After…

Remaining up to date on the important role vitamins and minerals play in a functioning immune system as well as how they relate to oral health is part of providing patient-centered care. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course,…