Today's pathology case describes a radiographic finding that many practices may not even notice or notate. Is it significant, or is it not worth the attention? We'll let you be the judge.—Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH, Editorial Director
Radiographic assessment revealed a radiopaque s-/oval-shaped lesion on the right side of the mandible just inferior to the apical roots of tooth no. 31. Follow this path case over a six-year period.
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Accidentally sticking yourself with a needle can be scary. Were you exposed? What should you do? Sherrie Busby says it can be less stressful if your practice has protocols in place for how to handle these situations.
While the causes of natal and neonatal teeth are unknown, they are frequently associated with developmental abnormalities and other medical conditions. Katie Melko, MS, RDH, presents the case of a 12-day-old patient.
Susan Wingrove, BS, RDH, has been researching the long-term effects of overhead lights, loupe lights, lasers, curing lights, lighted handpieces, and other visual technology on the eyes. This is what you can do to protect yourself and your patients.
