...complex, three-dimensional arrangement of bacteria—both Gram-negative and Gram-positive—that lives communally as a matrix system (Figure 1). When allowed to proliferate, anaerobic bacteria dominate. Oral biofilm is found in…

...statistically significant effects on the rates of pre-term delivery, despite trends in that direction. The studies did reinforce that receiving dental care during pregnancy is safe.21 ORAL COMPLICATIONS Oral complications...

...double-blind, randomized, parallel, prospective study compared the effectiveness of a glutaraldehyde/HEMA desensitizer, a dentin desensitizer/adhesive combination, and a self-etching adhesive in the chairside treatment of DH. All…

Dental professionals must understand the dynamics of caries in order to effectively educate their patients and provide oral health education tailored to each individual. Caries is caused by the interaction...

...release and recharge of fluoride when treated with fluoridated over-the-counter products (ie, toothpaste, mouthrinse). Second, they neutralize acids to establish stable pH in the oral environment. Lastly, they manifest antiplaque...

...control dispensing or dosage. Additionally, Enamelon products do not contain sodium lauryl sulfate, which is commonly found in 5,000-ppm fluoride toothpastes and 1,100-ppm to 1,500-ppm fluoride over-the-counter toothpastes. It is...

...effective. Apixaban and dabigatran had the most favorable reduction of risk of clinically relevant nonmajor bleeding events when compared to rivaroxaban.27 Finally, a 2016 analysis compared apixaban to the other...

...use of the natural-compound-containing mouthrinses and that more high-quality research is needed in this area.16 Some mouthrinses containing natural components, such as EO, have a long history of efficacy, showing...

...and the most comfortable treatment adaptations in the dental office. Oral health professionals need to listen attentively to the concerns expressed by the patient and/or caretaker in order for dental...