May/June 2026

Volume 22

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Cover Story

Cover Story Periodontics

Frontiers in Periodontology

By Fred W. Michmershuizen

Advancing prevention, elevating collaboration, and redefining patient centered care.

May 01, 2026

2 min read

From the Editor

No Bleeding in My Chair

By Robert C. Margeas, DDS

May 01, 2026

2 min read

Strategy

Strategy Business of Dentistry Access to Care

Expanding Access and Enhancing the Patient Experience

By Christopher J. Couri, DDS, MS, Sonia Williams

Innovative financing solutions can help dental practices thrive.

May 01, 2026

4 min read

Strategy Implants Oral Surgery

A Framework for Better Implant Case Selection

Consistent evaluation improves predictability and reduces complications over time.

May 01, 2026

7 min read

Strategy Business of Dentistry Practice Management

How do I handle a team member who is toxic?

By Roger P. Levin, DDS

Ask the Experts

May 01, 2026

5 min read

Q&A

Q&A Periodontics

Transforming Care Through Science, Prevention, and Interprofessional Collaboration

By Fred W. Michmershuizen

Mia L. Geisinger, DDS, MS, highlights emerging therapies, systemic links, and education for optimal periodontal outcomes.

May 01, 2026

10 min read

Q&A Periodontics

Redefining the Hygienist’s Role in Periodontal and Systemic Health

By Fred W. Michmershuizen

Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, BSDH, MEd, RF, discusses empowerment, improving diagnosis, and strengthening collaboration in periodontal care.

May 01, 2026

13 min read

Q&A Periodontics

Achieving Excellence by Treating People, Not Patients

By Fred W. Michmershuizen

Michael Sonick, DMD, outlines clinical principles, patient experience, and actionable tools for profitability.

May 01, 2026

10 min read

Continuing Education

Continuing Education Restorative Materials

Turning Up the Heat: Warmed Composites—Help or Hype?

By Anna Claire Parviainen, Hannah Kathrine Graham, Ruiyang Zhao, Christian Rhoad, Frederick A. Rueggeberg, DDS, MS

Technique can reduce placement difficulty, but physical improvements may vary widely.

May 01, 2026

Whitening

Whitening CAD | CAM Materials Technology Equipment

Digitally Guided 3D-Printed Take-Home Whitening Trays

By Shannon Pace Brinker, CDACDA

A case report illustrates clinically significant improvement in intrinsically discolored enamel.

May 01, 2026

8 min read

Diagnostics

Diagnostics Implants Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Innovations

Advancing Dental Diagnostics with Integrity-Focused Technologies

By Cherilyn G. Sheets, DDS, James C. Earthman, PhD, Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS

Quantitative Percussion Diagnostics identifies caries, cracks, and restoration failure early.

May 01, 2026

15 min read

What I Use

What I Use Oral Surgery Materials

Predictability Through Regenerative Biomaterials

By David H. Wong, DDS

Striate+™, MinerOss® Flex, and AlloDerm SELECT™ from BioHorizons support efficient workflows and consistent results in regenerative procedures.

May 01, 2026

7 min read

What I Use Materials Adhesive and Bonding

Disinfecting and Desensitizing Prepared Tooth Surfaces

By Gary M. Radz, DDS

Hemaseal & Cide Desensitizer Cleanser from Advantage Dental Products supports consistent bonding performance.

May 01, 2026

7 min read

What I Use Prevention

Elevating Biofilm Management in Daily Hygiene Care

By Tami Wanless, MEd, RDH

The PWR Air air polishing device from HuFriedyGroup enhances efficiency and patient comfort.

May 01, 2026

7 min read

Peer to Peer

Peer to Peer Restorative Materials

A Composite for Esthetic Versatility

By Khushbu Shah, DDS

Khushbu Shah, DDS, on Tokuyama Dental’s OMNICHROMA® family

May 01, 2026

3 min read

5 Reasons to Buy

5 Reasons to Buy Implantology

S Series Implant Portfolio

May 01, 2026

2 min read

5 Reasons to Buy Restorative Crown and Bridge

Demi™ Pro

May 01, 2026

2 min read

5 Reasons to Buy Periodontics Lasers

PerioLase® MVP-7™ Nd:YAG Laser

May 01, 2026

2 min read

Cover Story

Frontiers in Periodontology

From the Editor

No Bleeding in My Chair

Strategy

Expanding Access and Enhancing the Patient Experience

A Framework for Better Implant Case Selection

How do I handle a team member who is toxic?

Q&A

Transforming Care Through Science, Prevention, and Interprofessional Collaboration

Redefining the Hygienist’s Role in Periodontal and Systemic Health

Achieving Excellence by Treating People, Not Patients

Continuing Education

Turning Up the Heat: Warmed Composites—Help or Hype?

Whitening

Digitally Guided 3D-Printed Take-Home Whitening Trays

Diagnostics

Advancing Dental Diagnostics with Integrity-Focused Technologies

What I Use

Predictability Through Regenerative Biomaterials

Disinfecting and Desensitizing Prepared Tooth Surfaces

Elevating Biofilm Management in Daily Hygiene Care

Peer to Peer

A Composite for Esthetic Versatility

5 Reasons to Buy

S Series Implant Portfolio

Demi™ Pro

PerioLase® MVP-7™ Nd:YAG Laser

New to Market

New To Market

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May/June 2026

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