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Item Management of Two Cases of Supernumerary Teeth(IngentaConnect, 2020-01-01) Scully, Allison; Zhang, Hong; Kim-Berman, Hera; Benavides, Erika; Hardy, Nina C.; Hu, Jan C-C.; Pediatric Dentistry, School of DentistrySupernumerary teeth are commonly observed as an isolated developmental anomaly. While familial tendency of supernumerary teeth has been documented, its genetic causality has not yet been determined. This communication presents two cases with supernumerary teeth and the process leading to the diagnosis and determination of their underlying conditions. Cases were evaluated and family histories reviewed. Genetic counseling was recommended for the probands and followed by genetic testing of selected family members. Results The proband of family 1, who has multiple supernumerary teeth, was determined to have a RUNX2 missense mutation (c.379C>T, p.Pro127Ser) and diagnosed with cleidocranial dysplasia. The proband of family 2 who has a premolar region supernumerary tooth and was reported to have no bone defects also presented with a RUNX2 missense mutation (c.1381G>C, p.Gly461Arg). Conclusion When patients present with multiple supernumerary teeth, a recommendation and guidance to genetic counseling and testing may facilitate accurate diagnosis and management.Item Mandatory Drug Testing of Dental Students: To Test or Not to Test: Viewpoint 1: Drug Testing of Dental Students Should Be Mandatory for the Benefit of Students, Institutions, Patients, and the Profession and Viewpoint 2: Mandatory Drug Testing of Dental Students Carries Costs and Risks for Institutions and Students and Has Unproven Benefits(ADEA, 2019-08) Gibson, Tanya Marie; Loza-Herrero, Maria A.; Yepes, Juan F.; Kim-Berman, Hera; Dilbone, Deborah A.; Perez, Herminio; Pediatric Dentistry, School of DentistryAn educational institution’s decision to test or not test its students for drug use is controversial and complex. Although negative consequences of substance use disorder are well known, the consumption of prohibited substances continues to increase in young adults. Given the awareness of increasing drug use on college campuses and the potential impact on future health care professionals, issues associated with mandatory drug testing of dental students warrant investigation. The purpose of this Point/Counterpoint article is to present opposing viewpoints on whether mandatory student drug testing (MSDT) should be implemented for dental students. Viewpoint 1 affirms that MSDT is legal, ensures public safety, is recognized as a need in health care education, promotes professional and ethical responsibility, and is cost-effective. Viewpoint 2 asserts that MSDT has not been proven to be an effective deterrent for student drug use and it poses risks and costs for both institutions and students, ranging from potential violation of students’ civil liberties to the consequences of false positive tests. This article’s presentation of the recent literature on both sides of this issue provides dental educators with pertinent information for considering implementation of MSDT in their institutions.