Once a national model for access to care, Chicago’s in-school dental program is losing providers fast amid mounting concerns over oversight, reimbursement, and clinical autonomy.
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Study Reveals Alarming Gap in School Dental Programs
New research shows children without prior dental visits are significantly less likely to receive school-based caries prevention.
What Oral Health Professionals Are Missing About Undiagnosed Diabetes
With millions of cases still undiagnosed, xerostomia may be one of the earliest warning signs oral health professionals can…
Michigan Licenses Its Second Dental Therapist While Other States Still Wait
As many states stall after passing dental therapy laws, Michigan moves forward with its second licensed provider.
February’s Sunstar Giveaway Winner Is Revealed
Congratulations to Courtney Sprynczynatyk, RDH, the February winner of the Sunstar ebrief Giveaway. Starting off her career in…
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New Guidelines on Treating Dental Caries Are Released
The American Dental Association published updated guidance on addressing dental caries in the latest issue of its journal. Developed by a panel of expert dentists, the new guidelines suggest that conservative carious tissue removal is…
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With the pain of untreated dental disease in his rearview mirror, Shimirimana Eliya, RDH, BS, is ready to promote oral health across the globe.
New and Expectant Mothers Bear the Brunt of Medicaid Shortfalls
Experts agree that oral health care is imperative for pregnant and post-partum women. Yet, many don’t receive it
Grandparents Under Fire for Pushing Sugar to the Grandkids
It’s no secret that many grandparents enjoy spoiling their grandchildren. But when they do it with sugary or carb-laden treats, it can give new meaning to the term “spoiled rotten.”
Nevada Passes Legislation Expanding Functions for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo signed Senate Bill 310 into law on June 15, 2023. The legislation enables the licensure of expanded function dental assistants (EFDAs) and the practice of restorative dental therapy and prescribing capabilities…
Dentist Finally Lands a Spot on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ After 20 Years of Trying
Tammy Kalsow, DMD, a dentist and former dental hygienist in Madison, Wisconsin, has always loved the TV gameshow “Wheel of Fortune,” and has been a dedicated viewer since childhood. Twenty years ago, she began applying to become a…
$200,000 Grant Awarded to Virginia Dental Clinics to Address Dentist Shortages
Virginia is one of the few states to offer dental benefits to adults covered by Medicaid; however, a shortage of dentists means that many Medicaid enrollees go without professional dental services. One of the most significant issues is…
Dental Assistant Makes TikTok Video Comparing Dental Job to Waitressing
Joi Cymone, a social media influencer, took to TikTok to share that what she earns working 1 week as a waitress is double the amount she makes in 2 weeks working full-time as a dental assistant. She is employed during the week at an…
Touro College of Dental Medicine Encourages a New Generation of Dentists With Trial Program
The demand for oral health professionals continues to grow and Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM) in Hawthorne, New York, is doing its part. The college is giving prospective students a chance to see what dental school is really like…
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