The August issue of the Journal of the California Dental Association continues July’s theme of the medically complex patient.

Second, Do Good
An introduction to the issue.
By Peter L. Jacobsen, PhD, DDS

Managing the Patient With Severe Respiratory Problems
Dentists may need to take precautions to ensure the safety of patients with asthma and chronic pulmonary disease during dental treatment.
By Mitchell B. Day, DDS

Herbal Supplements: Considerations in Dental Practice
Dentists should be aware of any herbal supplements patients are taking so they can use appropriate precautions to prevent adverse reactions.
By Richard P. Cohan, AB, DDS, MS, MA, MBA, and Peter L. Jacobsen, PhD, DDS

Local Anesthetics and Medically Complex Patients
Prior to administering local anesthetics, the dentist must be fully aware of a patient’s medical condition.
By Alan W. Budenz, MS, DDS, MBA

Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Selected Implants and Devices
A variety of implants and devices are widely believed to put patients at risk from oral bacteremia, but such concerns are largely unfounded.
By Karen A. Baker, RPh, MS

The Editor/
Building Our Resources
By Jack F. Conley, DDS

Impressions/
Providing Dental Care for Disabled Patients
By David G. Jones

Dr. Bob/
Million (More or Less) Dentist March
By Robert E. Horseman, DDS