As premature tooth loss is one of the first signs of this debilitating disease, oral health professionals need to be prepared to recognize it in its earliest stages.

Oral health professionals are well positioned to provide the extensive preventive and therapeutic care required to maintain the oral health of this patient population.

Clinicians should be knowledgeable about the signs and symptoms of opioid use disorder in order to provide the most appropriate care to these patients.

This detailed table provides information about the latest therapeutic and cosmetic mouthrinses.

Implementing well-fitting loupes into clinical practice can improve both ergonomics and the quality of patient care.

These instruments can increase access to difficult-to-reach areas and may help to improve periodontal therapy outcomes.

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Dental hygienists who embrace change, reflect on their professional status and goals, and unite with colleagues are poised for professional growth.

Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals is the premier sponsor and Patterson Dental and PDT Inc are supporting sponsors of its eighth annual The Esther Wilkins Lifetime Achievement Award.

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