...standard of care in dentistry indicates that the dental professional will perform a complete oral examination and obtain necessary diagnostic tests. In order to perform a complete oral examination, dental...

...emphasized. Risk assessment must be considered a necessary component in the clinical decision making rocess. 5,6 The etiology of the dental caries process involves a combination of factors including diet,...

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...be approached with different methods.The first step is to identify the type of stain present. Common extrinsic stains are brown in color—resulting from food, beverages, tobacco, or chlorhexidine—and are easily...

...Dent Hyg.2002;76:255-261. Spielholz P, Silverstein B, Morgan M, Checkoway H, Kaufman J. Comparison of self-report, video observation and direct measurement methods for upper extremity musculoskeletal disorder physical risk factors.…

...the medication(s)? Are you taking any herbal supplements? Common anxiety disorders include phobias, panic disorders, generalized anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorders (Table 1). The most…

...stabilizing bone to counterbalance the finger grasp points. A handle rest in this spongy soft tissue area commits the clinician to a finger flexing activation for a working stroke. This...

...most often appear in the upper extremities. The most pervasive manifestation is related to either nerve compression or musculotendinous (tendon) overuse. Nerve symptoms include pain, tingling, numbness, and burning in...

...the other sweeteners are compared with to determine their level sweetness. ** Aspartame is technically a nutritive sweetener. Because of its intense sweetness however, it is used in such small...

...inventory her in-office supplies. Just as there are certain cues throughout the year that alert her to perform other tasks (spring cleaning comes to mind), the time between Thanksgiving and...