April 2025

Being Ever Vigilant

By Markus B. Blatz, DMD

For edentulous patients, a population that continues to increase, dental implants can be a godsend for their long-term oral and overall health.

Tonsils and Sleep-Disordered Breathing: An Analysis of Symptom Screening and Tonsillar Inflammation as Performed by Dental Providers

By Elizabeth Rosellini, DDS, DDS, Earl O. Bergersen, DDS, MSD, DDS, MSD

The purpose of the research presented in this article is to determine the effectiveness of this surgical procedure and compare it to children that have not had such surgery

Nine Ways to Increase Practice Capacity

By Roger P. Levin, DDS

Various strategies can be taken to help practices increase capacity

Current Implant Maintenance Protocols and Their Significance

This article outlines therapeutic approaches and strategies for refining them while advocating for personalized regimens in peri-implant care to optimize favorable long-term outcomes.

Antimicrobial Use in Implant Therapy: Is It Necessary?

By Aviv Ouanounou, BSc, MSc, DDS, Stefan Radovic, BSc

This article discusses the evolution of implant therapy as well as complications that arise from implant placement and investigates the efficacy of antimicrobial use both prophylactically and postoperatively in the presence of infection.

A Systematic Approach to Diagnosing and Managing a Patient With Excessive Gingival Display and a Hypermobile Lip

By Sheila Naik, DDS

In this case, the treatment ultimately performed included orthodontics, surgical crown lengthening (SCL), and restorative treatment.

The Use of Composite Xenograft and Allograft in Post-Explantation Ridge Defect Augmentation: A Case Report

By Hanae Saito, DDSDDS

As demonstrated in this case presentation, this composite graft provides both volume stability and structural support for implant-supported prostheses.

Clear Aligners, Sleep Appliances Leading the Charge in Orthodontics’ Digital Advance

By Andrew Ferris, DDS, MS

This article offers a comprehensive overview of the state of orthodontics, aligners, and sleep appliances, with a forward-looking perspective on future innovations.

With SureSmile® Aligners, Fewer Refinements Help Reduce Chairtime, Increase Efficiency

Knowing there are numerous clear aligner products to choose from, Chichetti, a frequent speaker at continuing dental education seminars and symposiums, is sold on SureSmile® Clear Aligners from Dentsply Sirona

Innovation in Orthodontics: The Versatility of DIRECTA’s ContacEZ® IPR Rainbow Set

Among the tools Carter champions is the ContacEZ® IPR Rainbow Set from Directa USA.

Investing in Dental Assistants: Strengthening the Workforce, Enhancing Patient Care

By Michael Minh Le, BA, Rosalinda Olague, RDA, MBA, PhD(c)

To address this challenge and ensure a stable, thriving dental industry, the profession must invest in DA education, mentorship, and workforce development.