The Struggle for Dental Care in Arkansas Is Real
Arkansas faces a dental care crisis as residents grapple with severe shortages of providers and barriers to affordable treatment.
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New Research Finds That Dentures May Protect Cognitive Health
A groundbreaking study reveals that denture use may slow cognitive decline in older adults with tooth loss. With significant implications for oral and overall health, this research underscores the critical role of prosthodontic…
Dental Practice Faces $350,000 Fine Over Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack on Indianapolis-based Westend Dental exposed patient data, resulting in a $350,000 settlement and heightened scrutiny of its HIPAA compliance. The breach highlights the critical need for dental practices to strengthen…
Medicare Drives $4 Billion Growth in US Dental Spending
Dental spending increased by $4 billion in 2023, primarily due to Medicare, marking a 2.5% growth from 2022 after inflation adjustments. While private dental spending declined slightly, government program spending surged, reflecting a…
Advancing Oral Health Research: A Conversation with Sarah B. Hoerler, RDH, MS
A practicing clinician and educator/researcher, this dental hygienist shares about her work in preventing ventilator-assisted pneumonia.
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Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: “It’s a Good Day to Save Teeth” personalized sweatshirt, “World’s Best Hygienist” socks, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples…
Understanding the Oral-Gut Axis
Current research on the connection between the oral cavity and the digestive tract points to the mouth as the point of origin for pathogenesis and disease development in the gut.
Regrowing Teeth May Be on the Horizon
A revolutionary drug being developed in Japan aims to stimulate the growth of a third set of teeth in humans, offering hope for patients with missing teeth. Clinical trials are underway, and the breakthrough could transform dental treatment…
Hope Dental Clinic Faces Permanent Closure Amid Growing Need
With 25% of Minnesotans lacking dental insurance, Hope Dental Clinic has been a lifeline for uninsured patients across multiple states. Now facing closure, the clinic’s future is uncertain, leaving thousands without access to essential…
Medicare Advantage Dental Plans Fall Short on Coverage
A recent study reveals that only 8.4% of Medicare Advantage plans offer comprehensive dental benefits, leaving millions of beneficiaries without adequate coverage. This gap may contribute to low dental visit rates, even among those with…
