5 Vaccinations Adults Need Beyond COVID and Flu

August 28, 2024—Review and recommend these adult vaccination updates during routine dental visits.

The PerioGene North Study Uncovers Serum Proteins Related to Periodontitis

August 12, 2024—There are unique blood protein patterns that help diagnose periodontitis accurately.

Patient education on periodontitis link to other diseases

July 25, 2024—Better patient education is needed on the link between periodontitis and other chronic diseases.

New Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) for Acute Dental Pain Management for Adolescents

July 23, 2024—New insights for managing acute dental pain in pediatric patients and adolescents.

Interventions to Prevent Falls in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: RDHs’ Impact

July 2, 2024—Dental hygienists have an opportunity to impact patients of advanced age with intervention assessments.

Local Anesthetic Risks for Marijuana Users

June 28, 2024—Implications of marijuana use when anesthetics containing epinephrine are required.

Behavioral Interventions Benefit Children and Adolescents with High BMI

June 18, 2024—Children and adolescents with a high BMI may benefit from behavioral interventions for weight management.

PrEP to Prevent Acquisition of HIV

June 14, 2024—USPSTF recommends clinicians discuss HIV prevention and PrEP with individuals at risk.

Patients’ Attitude Towards Nutritional Counseling in the Dental Setting

June 12, 2024—A study reveals a nutritionist on the dental team could address critical oral and overall health issues.

Oral and Dental Aspects of Child Abuse and Neglect

May 29, 2024—Identify and report oral signs of abuse and neglect for the children in your chair.

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Dental Hygienists’ Readiness and Knowledge of Dental AI

May 17, 2024—Dental hygienist survey on knowledge, experience and attitudes toward AI in clinical practice.

Weight Management Intervention in Oral Health Settings

May 14, 2024—Study shows public may welcome weight management discussions in dental practice settings.