A patient presents with generalized 3 to 4 mm of recession a…

A patient presents with generalized 3 to 4 mm of recession and flat interdental papillae.  It is also noted that this patient has several open interproximal areas and a dental implant replacing tooth #20.  You observe that the lingual surfaces of the mandibular molars and the proximal surfaces have retained a large amount of biofilm.  Which interdental aid would be appropriate to recommend for this patient?

You are treating an athlete who recently underwent ACL recon…

You are treating an athlete who recently underwent ACL reconstructive surgery and presents with quadriceps weakness following arthrogenic muscle inhibition. You decide to prescribe isometric OKC knee extension exercises in an attempt to restore strength. At what range would you have the athlete perform these to minimize anterior shear force imparted to the graft? (Select the best fit.)