Oral Health Benefits of Sugar Alcohols
By Kristin Hofer, MSDH, RDH Sugar alcohols—which are neither sugar nor alcohol—are polyols used for sweetening. These sweeteners are not considered artificial because they occur…
The Keys to Caries Management
By Amber W. Hunt, BSDH, MS, RDH and Susan Lynn Tolle, BSDH, MS Dental caries, a multifactorial disease involving oral biofilm dysbiosis and several bacterial…
Implementing Public Health Interventions to Reduce Caries Prevalence
The Basic Screening Survey is an essential public health tool in reducing rates of dental decay among vulnerable populations.
A Fresh Look at Dental Sealants
The effects of COVID-19 on the role of sealants in caries prevention.
Managing Enamel Demineralization
Fluoride is the gold standard when it comes to remineralization, however, alternative therapies are available, including natural approaches.
Managing High-Risk Patients With SDF
Silver Diamine Fluoride is safe, efficient, and effective, providing a helpful alternative in the caries management effort.
Caries Prevention Strategies For Older Adults
Oral health professionals play an important role in helping this population maintain their oral health.
A Minimally Invasive Approach to Caries
Prevention is the key to reducing the burden of tooth decay, and a variety of medicaments are available to support this effort.
Quenching Thirst or Demineralizing Tooth Enamel?
By Sara Mir, DDS, and Lynn Marsh, RDH, EdD Dental enamel is the hardest and most highly mineralized substance in the human body. A crystalline…