Dr. Caesar Butura[email protected]HomeWhy dentistry must promote that it is essential healthcareDr. Caesar Butura believes it was a mistake to shutter dentistry at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. With COVID-19 cases on the rise and many states weighing their options when it comes to additional shutdowns, he believes now is the time to remind patients and the public that dentistry is essential in the healthcare realm.December 1, 2020Page 1 of 1Top StoriesPeriodonticsWhat those ages 18 to 21 need to know about gum diseaseGum disease may signal a hidden health problem before young adults know it.InsuranceNew data show a wide gap between what dental practices think they're collecting and realitySmile DesignOzempic is on the dental patient's health history. Now what?Patient CommunicationPatient portals: You built them. Your patients ignore them. Here's why.Dental PracticeOral surgeon dies in freak accident