Dental
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Substance Abuse and the Dental Professional
Substance abuse, particularly the misuse of prescription medications, has become a pressing national issue. This phenomenon is disturbing…
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Dental Implant Maintenance
The field of restorative dentistry has been significantly enriched by the advent of dental implants. As the demand…
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Dental Treatment for Sleep Apnea: What Dentists Should Know
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a significant sleep disorder marked by repeated breathing interruptions during sleep. This is…
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Herbal Drug Interactions in Dentistry
Herbal medicine is not just a part of ancient healing traditions. It’s paved the way for many of…
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Is There a Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is recognized as the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the U.S., with significant…
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Diabetes and Dental Care
Effective management of patients with diabetes in dental practice requires a comprehensive understanding of their metabolic control and…
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Special Needs Dentistry: Bridging the Oral Healthcare Gap
What is special needs dentistry? Special needs dentistry is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healthcare. Patients…
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5 Things Dental Professionals Should Know About Geriatric Dentistry
The geriatric population is rapidly growing. Dental professionals must adapt their practices to meet the unique oral health…
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Dentistry and Domestic Abuse: Signs, Symptoms, and Interventions
Family violence, encompassing issues such as child abuse, intimate partner violence (IPV), and abuse of the elderly and…
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How to Deal With Anxious Dental Patients
Dentophobia: A common fear among Americans If the thought of visiting a dentist sends a shiver up your…
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Oral Cancer: Types and Treatment Options
There are few words in the English language that strike more fear into a person than ‘cancer.’ Even…
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Opioid Usage Could Be Eliminated from Dental Practice
Opioid usage: patients prescribed such drugs after tooth extraction reported worse pain Opioid usage to soothe the pain…