Clinical Care

What is “Evidence Based Dentistry”?

Evidence-based dentistry (EBD) uses current scientific evidence to guide decision-making in dentistry. It is an approach to oral health that requires the application and examination of relevant scientific data related to the patient's oral and medical health. Along with the dentist's professional skill and expertise, EBD allows dentists to stay up to date on the latest procedures and patients to receive improved treatment. 

X-Rays

• Dental Radiographic Examinations: Recommendations for Patient Selection and Limiting Radiation Exposure
• Image Gently During Dental Procedures 

Periodontal (Gum Disease)

• Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline on Restorative Treatments for Caries Lesions
• Nonsurgical Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis Guidelines 
• Three Steps to Staging and Grading a Patient
• A new Classification Scheme for Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions

Blood Pressure Guidelines

• 2017 Guideline for High Blood Pressure in Adults 

Oral Cancer

• Oral Cancer Guidelines 

Antibiotic Use in Dentistry 

• Chairside Guide for Use of Antibiotics- Dental Treatment Immediately Available
• Chairside Guide for Use of Antibiotics- Dental Treatment NOT Immediately Available
• Evidence Based Clinical Practice Guideline

Practice Based Research

• National Dental Practice Based Research Network 

TB Evaluation Resources

• Baseline Individual TB Risk Assessment Form 
• TB Screening and Testing of Health Care Personnel
• Frequency of Tuberculosis Screening and Testing for Health Care Personnel |TB Prevention in Health Care Settings | CDC