In the United Kingdom, dental therapists are crucial in addressing dental care gaps, particularly for underserved populations. Trained to perform various preventive and restorative treatments, dental therapists play an essential role in…

Dentistry has historically resisted the implementation of dental therapy, but University of Washington’s Donald Chi, DDS, PhD, is championing it as a practical solution to improve access to care. He argues that dental therapists can serve…

As floodwaters recede, Avery County is fighting to keep its only affordable dental clinic open after severe damage from Hurricane Helene. With limited dental services in the area, residents face prolonged waits for essential care,…

A recent survey by the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry reveals alarmingly high rates of dental caries among Kentucky children ages 2 to 5, surpassing national averages. This troubling trend highlights the urgent need for early…

The American Dental Association (ADA) Forsyth Professional Dental Products Certified Program (AFI Certified) will focus on professional dental products, aiming to empower dentists with evidence-based data to support high-quality patient…

These influencer dental hygienists share their most hilarious interactions with patients in the dental operatory. Can you relate?

As dental issues impact billions worldwide, natural alternatives, such as turmeric and coconut oil, are gaining attention for their antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and plaque-reducing properties. Here’s how these herbal remedies may offer…

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) has voiced strong opposition to recent American Dental Association (ADA) resolutions that remove required faculty-to-student ratios in dental hygiene programs and permit unlicensed…

Kyrsten Sprouse, RDH, an Oregon-based dental hygienist, has gone viral on TikTok for a simple yet revealing tip to check for periodontal diseases — smelling used floss. Her advice has sparked widespread interest, with nearly 2 million…

In a bid for “perfect smiles,” some implant centers may be prioritizing profit over patient care, recommending full-mouth implants where preservation of natural teeth might suffice, according to an investigative report published by KFF…