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,…

Professionally dispensed, patient-applied take-home whitening approaches provide a wide array of benefits to patients who want whiter, brighter smiles. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

This patient population experiences a spectrum of craniofacial abnormalities that severely impact oral health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the etiology of Treacher…

This emerging technology may provide a minimally invasive solution to caries prevention and management. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify applications for biogenic,…

A clear grasp of the biology of the periodontal/restorative interface improves the outcomes of crown lengthening procedures. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain indications…

Medical-dental integration is key in the effort to improve patients’ overall health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the oral-systemic link and the role inflammation…

Understanding the clinical implications and the barriers to care faced by patients with this type of disability is key to helping them maintain their oral health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should…

While the research is mixed on whether this population is at increased risk for dental caries, dental hygienists are well-positioned to help these patients maintain their oral health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course,…

A greater knowledge of this disorder will help clinicians successfully provide dental care to this vulnerable population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define fetal alcohol…

Oral health professionals can make a difference in decreasing opioid misuse through risk assessment, education, and providing referrals for treatment. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Dental hygienists play a critical role in the success of implant therapy. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify current implant market trends. List the materials used for…

Strategies for recognizing and managing sleep apnea in the dental setting. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the link between orofacial myofunctional disorder and…

A twofold tunneling technique can yield predictable outcomes when treating multiple recession defects. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the role of platelet-rich fibrin…

A discussion of the characteristics, benefits, and limitations of fluoride-based therapies in the treatment of caries and dentinal hypersensitivity. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

In order to prevent infective endocarditis, oral health professionals need to remain up to date on the American Heart Association guidelines. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

The development and implementation of COVID-19 vaccines are key to winning the battle against SARS-CoV-2 and its variants. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the basic…

The provision of comprehensive, person-centered care for individuals with this neurodegenerative condition is key to maintaining quality of life. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Oral health professionals need to be prepared to detect and manage the many oral manifestations of these pharmaceuticals. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss…

While the utilization of these cosmetic enhancements has become more prevalent in the dental setting, their use is not without risk. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the…