
Sedation Organizations Endorse AAP Pediatric Guidelines
In June, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued guidelines for deep sedation and anesthesia of children undergoing dental procedures. Now, the American Society of

In June, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued guidelines for deep sedation and anesthesia of children undergoing dental procedures. Now, the American Society of

Recent deaths of pediatric sedation patients have prompted revised guidelines for patient safety. A joint position paper from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) presented its Merle C. Hunter Leadership Award to Norman Tinanoff, DDS, a professor in the Division of Pediatric

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) installed its latest slate of officers and trustees on May 26, 2019. Kevin Donly, DDS, MS, is the

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its guidance on sedation for dental procedures in children in a clinical report written in conjunction with

The dental community universally recommends that children should brush their teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and drink fluoridated water to prevent tooth

Children are far more vulnerable to morbidity and mortality from sedation than adults, reports the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Children
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) has issued the first evidence-based guideline on the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to treat cavities in
Childhood obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most common, underdiagnosed chronic diseases. According to one study, OSA affects nearly 500,000 children in the
April is National Facial Protection Month, and 5 dental organizations are teaming up to educate the public about protection against facial injuries while participating in
This February, dentistrytoday.com celebrates National Children’s Dental Health Month with news stories, interviews, and blogs all about safeguarding pediatric oral health. #NCDHM – See more
Citing recent cases where children have died during or shortly after undergoing dental procedures and surgery, the Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is