General Dentistry is the award-winning, peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry. Published bimonthly, General Dentistry features clinical articles spanning the breadth of topics relevant to general dentists, including unique diagnostic case reports, novel solutions to common treatment dilemmas, evidence-based best practices, and the science to help you choose the best materials, technology and procedures for your patients and your practice.
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Departments
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Editorial Be a maker, not a taker
Full Article (PDF)Timothy F. Kosinski2026 September/October; 74(5):5.
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Pharmacology The ecologic shift: arginine as a dual-action prebiotic in modern clinical dentistry
Full Article (PDF)Mark Donaldson2026 September/October; 74(5):6-9.
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Oral Diagnosis Interradicular radiolucency and Palatal nodular mass
Full Article (PDF)Tanya M. Gibson2026 September/October; 74(5):78,80.
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Self-Instruction Answers Exercises No. GD550 and GD551
Full Article (PDF)2026 September/October; 74(5):79.
Clinical Articles
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SELF-INSTRUCTION
Special Patient Care Association between knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding oral health and the presence of caries and periodontitis in women with high-risk pregnancies: a cross-sectional study
Full Article (PDF)Tamiris FcamiduJúlia Rezende SilvaCarina Maciel da Silva-BoghossianMariana Leonel MartinsAndréa Fonseca-GonçalvesThis study assessed associations between factors such as socioeconomic status, gestational status, and knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to maternal and child oral health and the presence of periodontitis and caries in women with high-risk pregnancies. Although participants generally had low knowledge of oral health, that factor was not associated with periodontitis or caries.2026 September/October; 74(5):10-20.
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Restorative Dentistry Minimally invasive management of molar-incisor hypomineralization using semidirect restorations: a case series
Full Article (PDF)Gabrielle Zirondi NunesLaís Bonatto ZawadniakJuliana Feltrin de SouzaTatiane Zahn Cardoso RolimAmanda de Oliveira de MirandaGiselle Emilãine da Silva ReisThalita de Paris MatosYasmine Mendes PupoThis case series describes a semidirect occlusal replica technique using glass ionomer cement for restoration of teeth affected by molar-incisor hypomineralization. All patients reported relief of hypersensitivity, and no failures or complications were observed at 6 months.2026 September/October; 74(5):22-26.
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SELF-INSTRUCTION
Restorative Dentistry Minimally invasive treatments for developmental defects of enamel
Full Article (PDF)Amanda Tauchen FilgueirasMelina Miotto CopattoJosé Alejandro Castro GonzálezManoela Fonseca dos SantosRayssa Ferreira ZanattaDevelopmental defects of enamel affect the mineral structure and integrity of dental enamel, leading to dentinal hypersensitivity and significant esthetic impairment. The objective of this literature review is to share information about minimally invasive strategies for the diagnosis and treatment of developmental enamel defects.2026 September/October; 74(5):27-31.
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SELF-INSTRUCTION
Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology Clinicopathologic features and treatment outcomes of marginal gingival (ring around the collar) leukoplakia: a systematic review of emerging evidence
Full Article (PDF)Daniel Lobato Ferreira FerrazBrenda Corrêa SantosCaique Mariano PedrosoAlan Roger Santos-SilvaMarcio Ajudarte LopesA systematic review evaluated data from 17 studies on marginal gingival (“ring around the collar”) leukoplakia and found that it has many clinicopathologic characteristics in common with proliferative verrucous leukoplakia. Though rare, marginal gingival leukoplakia has high recurrence rates and a considerable risk of malignant transformation.2026 September/October; 74(5):34-43.
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Basic Science Cone beam computed tomography–based morphometric analysis of the coronoid process
Full Article (PDF)Gabriela Fernandes de Paiva OliveiraAlexandre da SilvaYuri de Lima MedeirosIsabel Cristina Gonçalves LeiteKarina Lopes DevitoMatheus Furtado de CarvalhoThis study aimed to perform a detailed morphometric analysis of the coronoid process using CBCT images of 343 patients, providing reference values that may assist in clinical assessment and decision-making. The majority of patients had coronoid-condylar ratios that fell within the normal range. Ratios greater than 1.15, indicating hyperplasia, were concentrated in patients aged 54 years or older.2026 September/October; 74(5):45-50.
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Special Patient Care Oral rehabilitation with a removable prosthesis in a patient with Bartter syndrome and cerebral palsy: a case report
Full Article (PDF)Alessandra Pucci Mantelli GalhardoMarcelo Silva De SousaRoberto Chaib StegunBruno CostaMarcio Katsuyoshi MukaiBartter syndrome is a renal disease with masticatory repercussions, including modification of the oral microbiota and dental anomalies. The present case report describes the successful oral rehabilitation of a patient who had Bartter syndrome, cerebral palsy, diabetes, and significant oral limitations, including restricted mouth opening and loss of vertical dimension.2026 September/October; 74(5):51-54.
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Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology Challenges in the management of Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome: a case report and systematic review
Full Article (PDF)Ana Beatriz Mori HussCamila CamariniLais de Paula Sumback Sivila SouzaVanessa Cristina VeltriniMelkersson-Rosenthal syndrome is a rare disease characterized by a triad of clinical signs: painless orofacial edema, recurrent facial paralysis, and fissured tongue. This article reports a case of Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome in a 63-year-old man and reviews the literature on the condition, offering comparative analysis of characteristics, behaviors, and therapeutic approaches.2026 September/October; 74(5):55-59.
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Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology Canalis sinuosus mimicking root resorption: a case report
Full Article (PDF)Kelem Soares KonflanzMelissa Feres DamianJosué MartosAlesandro LorenziThis case report describes investigation of a radiolucency resembling root resorption that was observed on a panoramic radiograph taken prior to third molar extraction. The apparent lesion was examined first with orthoradial and mesioradial periapical projections and then with CBCT. CBCT confirmed the presence of a canalis sinuosus distal to the root of the maxillary left lateral incisor.2026 September/October; 74(5):60-65.
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Sports Dentistry What every dentist needs to know about the risk of pickleball-related injuries to the head and neck
Full Article (PDF)John K. BrooksNasir BashirelahiA review of the literature on pickleball-related injuries to the head and neck area reveals that the prevalence has ranged from 2.6% to 20% and primarily involved trauma to the face and eyes. Clinicians should recommend the use of protective equipment such as a mouthguard, helmet, and eyewear for their patients who play pickleball.2026 September/October; 74(5):66-69.
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Pediatric Dentistry Removable clear retainer for interim esthetic rehabilitation in a child with nonsyndromic oligodontia: a case report
Full Article (PDF)Kirti AgrawalDinesh RaoSunil PanwarIn growing patients with hypodontia or oligodontia, a transitional replacement may be required before definitive rehabilitation can be planned, particularly when anterior teeth are missing. Essix appliances offer an excellent interim solution as they require no tooth preparation and can be fabricated quickly.2026 September/October; 74(5):70-73.
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Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology Minimal intervention approach for a lesion suggestive of congenital granular cell epulis: a case report
Full Article (PDF)Letícia Maria Pereira Teixeira FitipaldiDhara Schrok Monteiro de AtaideFranciny Querobim IontaAna Luiza Bogaz DebortolliRafaela Aparecida CarachoDaniela RiosCongenital granular cell epulis is a rare benign tumor characterized by neoplastic connective tissue proliferation. This case report describes a minimal intervention approach with clinical monitoring, focusing on the biopsychosocial well-being of the infant and family. The mass resolved spontaneously within 9 months, avoiding the need for surgical intervention.2026 September/October; 74(5):74-76.
