Results of a randomized controlled trial conducted in Spain found that scaling and root planing may offer significant oral health benefits to patients with type 2 diabetes.

Vicki Pizanis, RDH, MS, EdD, has joined the American Dental Hygienist's Association (ADHA) as its new dental hygiene education and practice specialist.

Following are strategies for implementing this minimally invasive option into the caries management armamentarium.

The Cavitron® family offers a broad selection of ultrasonic scaling inserts to fit the needs of every practice and patient.

As more states legalize some form of marijuana use, oral health professionals need to be knowledgeable about cannabis use, the various forms available, and its effects on oral and systemic health.

This innovative program expands access to preventive oral health care through a highly integrated care delivery model.

Providing effective care and recommendations to this patient population is key to supporting oral health.