What’s New in Local Anesthesia

A brief update on important safety considerations when using local anesthesia. By Stanley F. Malamed, DDS

Recognize the Signs

Successful strategies for addressing eating disorders with patients. By Lisa Bennett Johnson, RDH, BSDH

20 Amazing Facts About Fluoride

A behind-the-scenes look at fluoride and its role in preventing dental caries among young children. By Gary R. Nelson, DDS, MS

Incorporate Channeling Into Instrumentation

Originally used only during manual debridement, channeling strokes are also helpful in power scaling to increase the efficacy of therapy. By Kathleen O. Hodges, RDH, MS

Under the Influence

An in-depth look at the association between tobacco and marijuana use and dental caries. By Marcia M. Ditmyer, PhD, MCHES, Christina A. Demopoulos, DDS, MPH, Connie Mobley, PhD, RD

A Comprehensive Review of Dentinal Hypersensitivity

A variety of options is available to treat this common patient complaint. By Richard D. Trushkowsky, DDS, FAGD, FICD, FACD, FADM

Symptom Management

Simple strategies to address the oral complications of the seven most common chronic medical conditions faced by older adults. By Tabitha Tavoc, RDH, MEd

Complex Connection

In the third installment of a four-part series on implementing a team approach to improve periodontal outcomes, Maria Emanuel Ryan, DDS, PhD, provides an update on the intricate association between periodontal diseases and diabetes. By Maria Emanuel Ryan, DDS, PhD