Beginning July 1, 2026, California’s decision to limit full-scope Medi-Cal dental benefits for certain adult immigrants will reshape access to care, practice participation, and the balance between short-term savings and long-term system costs.
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Rethinking Anxiety in Dentistry
As burnout and mental health challenges rise across the dental workforce, a new perspective suggests anxiety may be an adaptive…
Evidence-Based Decision-Making in Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
As new technologies and adjunctive therapies expand treatment options, clinicians must critically evaluate the evidence to select…
RDHAPs Take the Stage at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO
An expert RDHAP panel will tackle scope clarity, sustainable business models, patient access, and the future of independent dental…
A Medieval Gold Bridge Reveals the Surprising Origins of Cosmetic Dentistry
Advanced scientific analysis of a 15th–17th century skeleton uncovered evidence of an early gold dental bridge, offering rare…
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CU Professor Emerita Lauded for Her Significant Contributions to Dentistry
After an illustrious 43-year career at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, Terri Tilliss, RDH, MS, MA, PhD, has retired and reflected on her remarkable journey. She initially joined the school as a part-time faculty…
Enhancing Patient Comfort and Healing in Gingival Grafting
This technique can be highly effective and need not cause unnecessary pain to the patient.
Review Examines Efficacy of Dental Hygiene Instruments on Dental Implant Debridement
A recent study published in Cureus conducted a literature review that evaluated bacterial colonization on dental implants following the use of different hygiene instruments. The study considered a total of 19 articles published between 2012…
University of Maine Expands Its Dental Hygiene and Dental Assistant Programs
Thanks to a generous $665,000 grant from Northeast Delta Dental, the University of Maine clinic in Lewiston is set to undergo significant expansion. This grant will not only enhance education programs and facility resources but will also…
Study Investigates Patient Knowledge Regarding Oral-Systemic Link
A recent study published in Cureus investigated the knowledge level of dental patients in Saudi Arabia regarding the association between periodontal diseases and systemic health. The researchers used a questionnaire consisting of 18…
Penn Researchers Discover a New Approach to Fighting Caries
The conventional approach to combatting caries — use of fluoride therapies — is not always effective enough at mitigating the bacteria responsible for tooth decay and preventing enamel demineralization. This challenge is particularly…
Oral Healthcare Utilization Takes a Deep Dip During Pandemic
New research by Delta Dental has unveiled a concerning decrease in preventive oral healthcare services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, the study, “Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on…
Seaweed Was a Staple for Early Europeans
An analysis of fossilized dental plaque has revealed that seaweed and aquatic plants were once a staple food for ancient Europeans, challenging previous assumptions about their diets. This research, published in the journal Nature…
Technique and Reevaluation Support Success in Burnished Calculus Removal
Effective burnished calculus removal ensures improved patient outcomes.
BURST® Oral Care Launches New Products
To further its mission of bringing better oral hygiene to all, BURST Oral Care is proud to introduce the Pro Sonic Toothbrush and Curve Sonic Toothbrush to market. Featuring innovative designs and new technology, both brushes were created…
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