The Alliance for a Cavity Free Future (ACFF)—an international nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing tooth decay—had a lot to celebrate during its fifth annual summit at the FDI World Dental Congress meeting in September in New…

Editor's Note

On the Shoulders of Giants

Oct 6, 2014

In recent months, we've lost two amazing colleagues and friends— Connie Drisko, RDH, DDS, and Roberta L. Shaklee, RDH, DDS.

Miscellaneous

Addressing Intimate Partner Violence

Oct 2, 2014

Clinicians can help stop the cycle of violence with proper screening.

Miscellaneous

Personalize Your Patient Care

Oct 2, 2014

A holistic approach to risk assessment can improve outcomes while reducing costs in the treatment of periodontal diseases.

Miscellaneous

Reduce the Risk of Implant Failure

Oct 2, 2014

The use of locally delivered antimicrobials/antibiotics in conjunction with scaling and root planing may improve the viability of implants at risk of peri-implantitis.

Special Supplements

The Root of Dentinal Hypersensitivity

Oct 2, 2014

Clinicians are best prepared to effectively diagnose and manage this common problem through a comprehensive understanding of its etiology.

Perspectives

Raising the Bar

Oct 1, 2014

Efforts are underway to add a doctoral level to dental hygiene education.

Perspectives

The Value of Interprofessional Education

Oct 1, 2014

Dental hygienists with an interprofessional education are able to provide patient care in concert with nurse practitioners, physical therapists, physicians, and other health care providers.