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Occlusion and Hygiene

Beauty is only skin deep, but function goes to the core! As hygienists, we...

New Age, New Meals, Old Problem

Whether it’s in a cup or a can, today’s “meals-on-the-go” are risky. As adults...

Initial Management of Temporomandibular Disorders

One of the most controversial topics in dentistry is the subject of temporomandibular disorders...

Oral Care for Patients Undergoing Cancer Therapy

More than 1,250,000 Americans are newly diagnosed with cancer every year. Approximately 500,000 of...

Practice Marketing and the “Chain of Success”

Proper marketing techniques for the dental practice are critical to its long-term success. Dental...

Laser Periodontal Therapy for Bone Regeneration

Free running (FR)1 pulsed Nd:YAG lasers have been used safely and effectively in the...

The Cracked Tooth Syndrome

The Cracked Tooth Syndrome (CTS) is both a transient and progressive condition. Diagnosis of...

Lifestyle Modifications and the Management of Hypertension

There is evidence suggesting that hypertension affects nearly 50 million Americans.1 A study reported...

New Directions in Dentistry: A Dentistry Today Exclusive Interview with Dr. Gordon Christensen

In keeping with the theme of “New Directions” that traditionally has been an area...

The Causes and Management of Oral Malodor

The pursuit of fresh breath is important both socially and emotionally. The dental professional...