Reducing Dental Anxiety Through Music
An important and compelling consideration when caring for children, dental anxiety is fear, nervousness, apprehension, or stress associated with a dental setting and/or procedure. 1-3 Approximately 6.3%…
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Providing the First Line of Defense Against Sleep Breathing Disorders
Dental professionals are at the forefront of screening patients for potential sleep breathing disorders (SBDs) and dental hygienists typically see patients more frequently than other…
The Hidden Oral-Liver Connection
Chronic liver disease is a substantial public health concern. Historically, viral liver diseases, such as hepatitis B and hepatitis C, have been the number one…
Probiotics Provide Another Avenue to Enhance Oral Health
The term probiotic originates from the Latin word “pro,” meaning “for” and the Greek word “bios,” meaning “life,” which translates to “for life.” This nomenclature…
The Role of Nutrition in the Management of Osteoporosis and Periodontal Diseases
An age-related disease, osteoporosis is highly prevalent and results in serious effects on health and quality of life. In the United States, 10 million individuals…
Probiotic Supplements and Oral Health
The use of probiotic supplements to benefit various oral health conditions has been assessed in the literature and provides an all-natural addition to the oral…
Addressing Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw
Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a devastating pathology that occurs in a small fraction of patients taking antiresorptive or antiangiogenic drugs for the…
Strategies for Managing Patients With Special Needs and Disabilities
Through behavioral techniques and treatment modifications, this population can successfully receive much-needed dental care. By Nancy Kuy, RDA, RDH, M…
Treating Patients With Coronary Stents
As the number of patients receiving stents continues to rise, it becomes increasingly important for oral health professionals to possess a deep unders…