Photography Essentials in Dentistry
As the saying goes, “do you know what the best camera is?” It’s the one that you have with you. Photography usage in dentistry is … more
General Dentistry
Cementing Crowns with Activa Bioactive Cement
Pulpdent’s dual-cure ACTIVA BioACTIVE-CEMENT is a game changer. As a bioactive product, the cement not only is a superb adhesive agent but also mimics nature … more
Are You Saving Lives or Saving Teeth?
These are exciting times in dentistry. We have technology available today which allows us to complete dental surgery with greater precision and more comfort for … more
The Use of Photobiomodulation for Oral Mucositis in Patients Receiving Chemoradiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: A University of Pittsburgh Cancer Center Experience
Introduction Oral mucositis (OM) is an acute complication resulting from chemoradiotherapy in the management of head and neck malignancies causing pain, decreased oral intake, risk … more
Dentures and Orofacial Pain: A Case Report
Abstract Orofacial pain can pose a diagnostic challenge to a practitioner who is examining a patient with history of facial pain. Known and unknown aetiologies … more
The Opioid Crisis and Dentistry: Alternatives for the Management of Acute Post-Operative Dental Pain
Abstract The dental profession represents a significant player in the future trajectory of the current opioid crisis. Exercising sound clinical judgement and adhering to evidence-based … more
The Opioid Crisis
Remember a few years back, when a new regulation came into effect that required us to ask our patients for a piece of ID when … more
Root Cause Netflix Movie: Fighting Mythical FIRE, with Scientific FACT
It has often been said that to bring attention to a controversial matter simply affirms its existence, memorializes it and gives it credibility. The corollary … more
Organized Dentistry Takes a Turn Toward the Airway
When the American Dental Association ratified its “Policy on the Role of Dentists in the Treatment of Sleep-related Breathing Disorders” in 2017, the intention was … more
Mouth Breathing and the Dentist
As humans, we are obligate nasal breathers but mouth breathing has become prevalent and almost the norm. The dentist can play an important role in … more
2019 – The Year of Airway and Collaboration for Optimal Health
Dentists wield enormous power over their patients’ medical outcomes – positive and negative – and it starts with our intimacy with people’s airways. 2019 will … more
The Largest Nasopalatine Duct Cyst: A Case Report and Literature Review
Abstract The nasopalatine duct cyst is the most common non-odontogenic developmental cysts. This case report presents a nasopalatine duct cyst in a patient with a … more
Cannabis: Pharmacology, Medical Usage and Oral and Dental Implications
Introduction Cannabis refers to drug products produced from plants of the genus Cannabis. 1 One of the most commonly used recreational drugs, 2 cannabis is … more
Cone Beam Computed Tomography and Computer Controlled Mandibular Positioner in Conjunction with a Level III Sleep Study
A Systematic Approach to Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A workflow using SICAT and Zephyr Sleep Technologies: SICAT Air and the MATRx plus in Tandem Introduction: Obstructive … more
The Importance of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding goes back thousands of years, as in other mammalian species for good reason. At birth, the infant is nourished by breastfeeding which coordinates the … more
The Top 25 Biological Functions of the Mouth
Following over 50 years of study and listening to experts, I want to share with you why good growth and good functioning of the mouth … more
AIRWAY-kening™ Orthodontic Treatment for All Ages
Why Do We Have a Problem? The apparent epidemic of OSA which is occurring in all industrialized countries should not come as a surprise. Many … more
What is Beyond the Drill?
Abstract The development of the dental drill was one of the most significant innovations in dentistry, occurring in the late 1800’s; 150 years later, it … more
An Understanding Of The Trigeminal/Vagus Nerve Relationship Can Help One Tune Out Pain And Fear Part 1: Changing the Face of Pain
Many people experience a deep fear of sitting in the dental chair even though dentistry can significantly improve their health. By understanding a few key … more
Etiology of Malocclusion: Contributory Factors
Throughout history, successful treatment of a health condition has often preceded an understanding of what caused the problem. This is surely true of malocclusion. A … more