If implants are not biological teeth, why do we maintain them just like biological teeth? It's time to get with the times when it comes to instrumentation and biofilm management.
Alison Stahl, RDH, breaks down implant maintenance in practical terms—from what to assess at every visit to which instruments and home-care tools deserve a closer look.
Periodontal prognosis isn't always a predictor of tooth loss. Research suggests that treatment response, biofilm control, and ongoing reevaluation may be more valuable than initial prognosis when deciding whether to save or extract compromised teeth.
Do you have patients who suffer from burning mouth syndrome? Orofacial pain specialist Dr. John E. Dinan explains how capsaicin works to mitigate the pain and discomfort associated with this issue.
Recent restorative and endodontic launches reflect several broader product-development trends, including simplified protocols, universal applications, and materials designed for greater predictability. See what is new—and where each product may fit into clinical workflow.
Medical clearance isn't a routine checkbox. New data published in the Journal of the American Dental Association outlines when physician consultation is truly warranted and when unnecessary referrals may delay care, increase liability, and create avoidable barriers for patients.
