Update on the Epidemiology of HIV/AIDS in the United States
The numbers of annual AIDS cases and AIDS deaths have decreased, resulting in an increase in the number of people living with HIV infection.
By Michael Campsmith, DDS, MPH

Current Concepts in HIV Pathogenesis and Treatment
Highly active anti-retroviral therapy is the treatment of choice for HIV infection, but prevention remains the ultimate treatment.
By Geeta Gupta, MD

Current Oral Manifestations of HIV Infection
Oral manifestations of HIV have changed drastically since the introduction of highly active anti-retroviral therapy.
By Mahvash Navazesh, DMD

Oral HIV Transmission
Educational HIV prevention methods must focus on the potential risks associated with orogenital sexual behaviors.
By Fariba S. Younai, DDS

HIV Risk Assessment: Building on Dentistry’s History of Promoting Health
The historic success dentists have achieved in conveying information about the prevention of disease should bolster their resolve to expand their discussions with patients to include an HIV risk assessment.
By Roseann Mulligan, DDS, MS, and Sue A. Lemme, MA

What the Dentist Should Know About a Patient with HIV/AIDS
Medications and manifestations of HIV may affect dental treatment, and these factors should be considered carefully.
By Ann M. Lyles, DDS