Northcentral Technical College in Wausau is launching Wisconsin's inaugural dental therapy program to combat the scarcity of dental professionals in rural regions. This initiative aims to enhance access to essential dental services by…

With expertise in dental hygiene, massage therapy, and myofunctional therapy, Rebecka Clark, RDH, LMT, CSOM, CMLDT, CH-ONC, is pioneering an integrative approach to patient care and advocating for a broader role for dental hygienists in…

Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: personalized tooth pen holder, cute dental hygiene sweatshirt, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite home care…

Studies continue to confirm the relationship between oral care and the rest of the human body.

Alabama dentists accepting patients covered by Medicaid are confronting severe financial challenges due to inadequate reimbursement rates and limited adult dental coverage. This crisis threatens the sustainability of dental practices and…

With 65 of Florida’s 67 counties classified as dental deserts, lawmakers are considering a new dental therapist certification to expand access to care. While supporters argue the model is safe and effective, some dentists worry about…

For individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, a trip to the dental office can be overwhelming. A new pilot program at Tufts Dental Facilities is breaking barriers with home visits and telehealth, making dental care more…

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Ten years after the United States Supreme Court ruled against the North Carolina Dental Board for antitrust violations, state dental boards across the country remain largely unchanged. With the majority of board seats still controlled by…

A Colorado dentist is taking a stand after an elderly patient’s insurance claim was denied for a necessary dental procedure. The case highlights ongoing concerns about how insurance decisions impact patient care and the challenges dental…