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The Role of Food and Nutrients in Oral Health

The decay process involves multiple factors, including food and nutrients. Receiving adequate nutrition in utero is required for … See more

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The Impact of Diet and Nutrition On Oral Health

WEBDiet—defined as the combination of foods consumed—may impact caries risk, soft tissue health, and responses to injury and infection. Nutrients contained within …

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Improve Oral Health With Probiotic Therapy

WEBImprove Oral Health With Probiotic Therapy. This natural approach can help patients achieve oral homeostasis and maintain a balanced salivary pH. By Jena …

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Expanding Access to Care with Scope of Practice

WEBThere has been longstanding concern about uneven access to oral health services, particularly for children, older adults, racial/ethnic minorities, and the …

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An Inside Look at Musculoskeletal Disorders Among …

WEBW orkplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common cause of limited or lost work time. 1 According to the United States Bureau of Labor and …

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Holistic Dentistry: The Whole Approach to Oral Healthcare

WEBHolistic dentistry focuses on treating patients by evaluating the whole body as a unit (mind, body, and spirit) and looking for the root cause of infection or dental …

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Medical Emergencies in the Dental Setting

WEBWhile fairly rare, medical emergencies do occur in dental settings, and oral health professionals need to be prepared. Cardiac events, syncope (fainting), diabetic …

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Strategies for Improving Patient Compliance

WEBPatient compliance is the degree to which an individual adheres to the advice provided by health care professionals. Aside from potentially compromising …

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The Role of Interleukin-6 in Oral Diseases

WEBInterleukin-6 (IL-6) is a signaling protein (cytokine) produced by several cells, including macrophages, neutrophils, keratinocytes, and fibroblasts, in response to …

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Oral Effects of Eating Disorders

WEBOral Effects of Eating Disorders. Spotting the signs of these issues and helping to mitigate their impact on the oral cavity are key to supporting both oral and …

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Prioritizing Oral Hygiene to Prevent Hospital-Acquired Pneumonias

WEBSarah B. Hoerler, RDH, MS, is a practicing dental hygienist in the Department of Dental Specialties, Division of Periodontics at the Mayo Clinic in …

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Disclosing Infectious Disease Status

WEBDisclosing Infectious Disease Status. Although the risk of transmission is low in dental settings, oral health professionals should be knowledgeable of any regulations …

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How to Encourage Change

WEBHow to Encourage Change. Motivational interviewing can help patients improve their oral health habits. This course was published in the September 2010 …

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A Heartbreaking Look at Americas Dental Crisis

WEBMary Otto, is a Washington, DC-based journalist who began writing about oral health at the Washington Post, where she covered social issues, including health care …

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Caring For Patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

WEBEhlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) represents a rare group of inherited connective tissue disorders involving the biosynthesis of collagen—the major protein …

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WEBDimensions offers evidence-based peeer-reviewed continuing education courses written by world class educators and researchers

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Treating the Transgender Patient

WEBDental hygienists should be aware of the barriers to care unique to transgender patients and gain insight into the skills necessary to communicate with and …

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Frequency of Medical History Updates

WEBThe American Academy of Oral Medicine recommends that dental providers complete a comprehensive medical history at least once per year and more frequently …

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