The dental profession relies heavily on disinfectants to manage clinical contact surfaces that may become contaminated with bodily fluids during dental treatment.

Robert J. Genco, DDS, PhD, the “father of oral science,” has passed away.

Synthetic cannabinoids are classified as new psychoactive substances, which are recently introduced mind-altering chemicals designed to imitate common illegal drugs.

In 2012, more than 255 million prescriptions were written, which is enough to give every American adult his or her own bottle of opioids.

ADEA is tracking more than 150 bills in 33 states that would place restrictions on the prescribing of opioid medications.

Neck, wrist, and back pain are common among dental hygienists due to highly repetitive movements. Here are 5 strategies to help you ease the pain.

Oral health professionals must implement proper body mechanics to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), injuries that are common among dentists and dental hygienists.

Supporting successful sealant placement-through material choice, tooth preparation, and technique-is key to positive patient outcomes.

Sterisil Inc has relaunched its Citrisil Dental Waterline Microbial Control Tablet with a new look and a new format.

Cristin Kearns, DDS, MBA, assistant professor in the Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco, (UCSF) did not set out to become an academic.