Citing an increased need to prevent early childhood caries (ECC)—the most common chronic childhood disease in the world—the American Dental Association (ADA) Council on Scientific Affairs has released updated guidelines regarding the use…
Oral health professionals are charged with educating their patients about oral cancer risk and detection, as well as ensuring effective screenings are performed at every dental appointment.
An important tool in radiographic imaging during orthodontic treatment, dental professionals need to understand its inherent benefits, while also considering the risks of increased radiation exposure.
Dental professionals can improve the oral health of long-term care facility residents by teaching caregivers how to provide daily oral hygiene services.
Antibiotic resistance is a global health problem that can be addressed through education, effective infection control protocols, and prudent prescription practices.
