Alert Diver Issue: Q3 2026

Dental Implants and Diving

August 19, 2026

Q: I recently had an upper molar tooth extracted and threads placed for an implant. I have a dive trip scheduled two weeks after the procedure that installed the threaded […]

dental implants

A Timeline of Decompression Stress

August 19, 2026  By Matias Nochetto, MD, FUHM, and JoAnn Perry, MSE

Understand A Timeline of Decompression Stress and its influence on dive safety with our comprehensive exploration of diving practices.

A dive begins before you enter the water, making everyday choices a part of safe dive planning.

Check Your Neck Seal

August 19, 2026  Text by Thomas Powell, PhD Photos by Jill Heinerth

Ensure your safety underwater. Learn how to check your neck seal to prevent dizziness and loss of consciousness while diving.

A properly fitted drysuit neck seal should keep out water without restricting breathing, swallowing, head movement, or circulation.

Carbon Monoxide in Breathing Air

August 19, 2026  By Francois Burman, PE, MSc

Explore the effects of carbon monoxide in breathing air on divers’ well-being and the significance of gas quality testing.

Portable carbon monoxide analyzer for testing cylinder