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In the 1970s, Anita Bryant, a former American singer and Miss America Pageant winner, became a controversial figure in the LGBTQ rights movement by spearheading a campaign against a Dade County, Florida ordinance that aimed to prevent discrimination against homosexuals.

The year 1974 marked a significant milestone in the history of LGBTQ+ rights in the United States, as Elaine Noble shattered barriers by becoming the first openly gay person to be elected as a state legislator.

The reclassification of homosexuality as a mental disorder is a watershed moment in the history of LGBTQ+ rights and mental health. Before 1973, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) had classified homosexuality as a mental illness, subjecting LGBTQ+ individuals to harmful practices and discrimination.

On a humid night in San Francisco's Tenderloin district in 1966, a group of transgender individuals, drag queens, and gay men stood up against years of systemic harassment and violence.

The Stonewall Riots of 1969 are a pivotal moment in the history of the LGBT civil rights movement. For years, the LGBT community had been marginalized, discriminated against, and even criminalized.

An oft-ignored dimension of healthcare, the dental office, has traditionally been a stronghold of heteronormative expectations. When it comes to patient care, traditional practices have overlooked the unique needs and experiences of the LGBTQ2IA+ community.

For nearly a century, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders have plagued individuals with chronic pain, metal jaws, and futile treatment attempts. Despite dentists' efforts to alleviate TMJ symptoms, these disorders persist as misunderstood, under-researched, and inadequately treated conditions.

As a dentist, I have dedicated my career to helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. One of the most significant obstacles I encounter in this endeavor is the use of tobacco products.

Using an automatic (or electric) toothbrush instead of a manual one offers several advantages in terms of oral health, efficiency, and convenience.

In a leap forward for dental care, engineers at the University of Cincinnati have introduced a cutting-edge device designed to alert consumers to the early risks of tooth decay, particularly stemming from diseases like gingivitis and periodontitis.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the landscape of healthcare, and dentistry is no exception. Dentists and patients are experiencing the profound benefits of AI in various aspects of oral healthcare.

Few things are as bothersome and visually unappealing as a cold sore. These small, painful blisters that form on or around the lips can cause discomfort and, if left untreated, lead to unsightly scarring.

In the shimmering kaleidoscope of my queer existence, I find myself standing on the precipice of history, enveloped in the giant shadows of those who bravely walked this path before us.