Tobacco Trends
While tobacco use continues to decline in adults, its prevalence is growing among young people, emphasizing the need for effective prevention and inte…
Supporting Oral Health in Pregnancy
Providing dental care to pregnant patients is both safe and necessary to ensure the health of both mothers and infants.
Guest Editorial: Effective Care Starts With Caries Risk Assessment
Caries risk determination is a critical component of the clinical decision-making process.
Focus on Sealants
This annual guide is a comprehensive compilation of etching materials, primers/bonding agents, sealants, curing lights, articulating paper, and finish…
The Bane of Burnished Calculus
Complete removal of all subgingival deposits is a challenge, but leaving burnished calculus behind threatens periodontal health.
The Safe Use of Radiography in Children
Pediatric patients are more vulnerable to the effects of radiation, so clinicians must be prudent when capturing radiographs in this population.
The Role of Fluoride in Caries Prevention
With a variety of concentrations, application types, and delivery methods, clinicians can recommend the right fluoride product for their patients’ i…
Caring For Patients With Spina Bifida
This complex neural tube defect causes a variety of impairments that can impact the delivery of dental treatment.