As these handy devices become more common in dentistry, updated safety protocols and proper technique are critical to minimizing radiation exposure and protecting both clinicians and patients.
When scaling and root planing is recommended to a patient with periodontal disease, do we need to give prophylaxis as an option? Presently we do not, but the dentist is concerned that patients may not return if we insist they receive…
Underreported adverse events and preventable errors highlight an urgent need for stronger safety systems, ethical practice, and consistent prevention strategies.
Oral health professionals are uniquely positioned to detect pediatric obstructive sleep apnea early and help change a child’s lifelong health trajectory.
Beginning July 1, 2026, California’s decision to limit full-scope Medi-Cal dental benefits for certain adult immigrants will reshape access to care, practice participation, and the balance between short-term savings and long-term system…
