https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ExsmktbDAZB3bukkvaH65?si=Ao8wkjB1TIqMrwYBbJWcKQ August marks National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a crucial time to highlight the power of vaccines in safeguarding public health across all ages. While we often think of...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wvY6TWeAt2qbTaRMzW9Xt?si=opB4kxWQQYatA069B0WMOg Introduction We have all heard that oral health is connected to overall health and well-being, but it is often neglected in public health initiatives, especially in developing nations. A...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RAIfX6qNfPbvivwWOY39h?si=Tlyvw_kbRiudq79pY8iHsw Orofacial pain conditions, particularly those involving muscle hyperactivity such as bruxism and temporomandibular disorders, affect millions of individuals worldwide [1]. As researchers...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hQxwkadaOWYXARbIDyldV?si=Bi2s1ZCgTQevL1KmXzC9Iw The intersection of HIV infection and oral health represents one of the most significant areas of research in contemporary dentistry and oral medicine. As we continue to advance our...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kvn81W4EZ6NNtEOAvqKBB?si=AEnixLbITsOgGiT0alWxWg At the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry's online Community Oral Health programs, our commitment extends far beyond traditional academic boundaries. We are dedicated to nurturing the...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ki22hrflovrNV4s8EY0Qk?si=tY7OFdcCQYK_TuBm9FmR-A As our population ages at an unprecedented rate, the field of geriatric dentistry stands at a critical juncture. The percentage and number of persons 65 years and older is increasing,...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EROHNhtg8Xi5obX8Bfx8f?si=_rtQFzy2R22ETp9suN2PEQ As most people realize, poetry has a way of sharing one’s feelings and ideas to the reader in a way like no other. The writer is able to express themselves in a way that allows people...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4l2sr39e42e0hR1D4Xg0Rt?si=_VIo7TyBSF-X_oLDDIBZSQ Introduction Headaches are among the most common neurological complaints worldwide, affecting more than half of the population at some point in their lives. In the United States, the...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Q4rL7nIbI5QJPvD5PqUmK?si=wUXJnjigTqOyPV6FMaYJIA When we think about artificial intelligence (AI), we don't think that it can help people who are in pain or experiencing depression. We think of it as something that quickly gathers...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fn73uVvB13grddowwfHSm?si=VId0q2NCSMeRwU4oA-TC6g While we often associate certain health issues with specific age groups, headaches are a universal experience that can impact anyone, at any stage of life. From the subtle throbbing of a...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kLE49DR2jdY5Y8U7YE8TL?si=-AZIUCZLQ7aEwHMW4D4iEQ Those who work with people who have chronic pain may not always understand what they are going through. Even if they try to explain it, they may not have the words to articulate it all....
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2R23db2441ATEur6PodA3R?si=EYJfgRjLTPy6OD3lIZRF5Q Introduction June marked Headache Awareness Month, an important opportunity to highlight often-overlooked issues in older adults, such as migraine and chronic headache disorders. As a...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mkryXlUvR1IfnyV8DjY5R?si=3KwtVOpwSQqT-50lDcpoSA Introduction: The Evolution Toward Competency-Based Assessment The landscape of medical education has undergone a profound transformation over the past two decades, shifting from...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2SL7CDc9KNyK8rC1SRrZ3G?si=3ecmh8JTRIe931vmpJAr5g Tooth extraction remains one of the most common dental procedures, yet it carries increased risks for patients with chronic systemic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/44wV6pvBmWyKtpIP2FW8lp?si=b6p2I5sTRgWlLOQm3hBsxQ In today's dynamic healthcare landscape, the Community Oral Health program plays a crucial role in advancing the careers of individuals from diverse professional backgrounds. Whether...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VjJelaqmrDS37FXQcdbnM?si=co6FT3RPS2ejc8EaAjeGDg Cancer treatment profoundly impacts oral health, creating unique challenges that require specialized dental care and management. As dental professionals, understanding these...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JuXjhDFysysZTz1K4zWz5?si=TCK1TTDLRZ2R70cWYxxYlw Many people who have fibromyalgia experience chronic pain that reduces their quality of life and can lead to depression, as well as other health issues. Researchers are looking at the...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Q2Fwyh2RWu7zl4aqEhgBO?si=9LZHPsMHTs2Nx5vnRhFxsg Millions of people suffer from chronic low back pain, which often keeps them from doing things they enjoy and diminishes their quality of life. Always looking for ways to help get...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UrdnWQkrAGyj3Rntbm1mm?si=i-e6yJXaQPq5bvN1Tug-Tg What if the secret to transforming your elderly patients' lives required more than a weekend conference—what if it demanded the rigorous, systematic education that only accredited...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Jh6BKHRPrPdJKIuK46sv5?si=EkbgufHxTs-voMQAypJfhg Millions of people suffer from chronic pain, and they are looking for a way to find relief. Oftentimes, the first line of treatment involves opioid medications, which can be addictive....
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EnSYwst7O7FRjbn47n73F?si=Td06HPfPQGS0ebals7GvBw Introduction Head and neck cancer is, depending on the study cited, either the 6th or 7th most common malignancy globally, with the majority (~90% of cases) presenting as oral squamous...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6nGbNneLZEPeqwmID5k7Bi?si=7TAiKsUDQXueOX87LbRL4w Most of us realize that obesity is an ongoing issue in all areas of the country. Those who are considered obese are usually the first to know that things hurt more by having extra weight...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6EsjRXypaw06Z2nb91fJbS?si=K3NNL__-RkKaZTsihq5wCQ April was Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight the importance of early detection and treatment of precancerous lesions in the mouth. What many people don't realize is...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FktYN7zFR55azf2xx0Rae?si=Ub4TUrHDR8-RUKwnnmaSTg As people age, their oral health becomes more complex, and one critical area of concern is the risk of oral cancer. A key part of this risk involves oral potentially malignant...
