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Substance abuse and oral health: Recognizing the signs behind the smile
Dental hygienists can spot hidden substance use through oral signs. Learn how early detection and compassionate care can change lives—because addiction may hide behind a patient's smile.

Barbara Madej, RPh
Jun 51 min read
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Thrush Be Gone
Oral thrush isn’t just about poor hygiene—it could be brewing in your patient’s medication list. In this article, our CEO, Dr. Lisa Chan, explores how antibiotics, inhaled steroids, and other common prescriptions can tip the balance of the oral microbiome, leading to fungal overgrowth.

Lisa Chan, DDS
Apr 21 min read
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A Bitter Pill: Strategies for Managing Dysgeusia in the Dental Practice
Discover common medications that cause dysgeusia and learn how to effectively guide patients when they report altered taste sensations.

Lisa Chan, DDS
Sep 11, 20241 min read
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The 3 C Medications Causing Gingival Hyperplasia
This article discusses the three 'C' medications that commonly cause gingival hyperplasia.

Teresa Mendoza, PharmD
Aug 7, 20241 min read
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