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As more states consider adding the American Dental Association’s “oral preventive assistant,” dental hygienists assert patient care…
When a Bargain Smile Comes at a High Cost
With millions of Americans traveling abroad for cheaper dental care, a tragic case in Turkey underscores the potentially serious…
Is Povidone-Iodine the Underrated Antiseptic in Dentistry?
With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable…
Can Your Patients Hear You?
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Infection Lands Dental Patient in the Hospital for More Than a Week
A San Diego dental patient visited her dentist for a simple restorative procedure — placement of a crown — and 2 weeks later she was in the hospital. The patient noticed a significant level of pain following the initial restorative…
Dental Hygiene Students Support the Oral Health of Georgia State Football Players
Playing football can be a dangerous endeavor, fraught with all kinds of risks — including oral trauma. At Georgia State University in Atlanta, the school’s dental hygiene students have fabricated custom mouthguards to protect the dentitions…
Exploring the Link Between Tooth Loss, Periodontitis, and Dementia
A recent study explored the potential link between tooth loss, periodontitis, and the risk of Alzheimer disease (AD) and related dementia. While the primary causes of dementia are largely unknown, dental health has emerged as a possible…
Private Dental School in NC Receives CODA Accreditation
On August 24, North Carolina’s only private dental school achieved a significant milestone, receiving initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). High Point University (HPU) will officially open the Workman…
Supporting Oral Health Professionals Impacted by Maui Wildfires
Beginning on August 8, America watched in horror as the island of Maui was engulfed in flames. In an effort to support the area’s oral health professionals, the Hawaii Dental Association Foundation, in collaboration with the Hawaii Dental…
University of Texas Introduces New Baccalaureate Dental Hygiene Program
The new Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program is designed to improve access to dental care, generate job opportunities, and address workforce shortages.
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Studies Link Good Oral Care and School Success
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Denture Use and Nutrition
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Dental Assistant Loses Her Job After TikTok Video Goes Viral
Both customers and workers were surprised when a dental assistant began yelling at the drive-through clerk at a McDonald’s in Fresno, California. The dental assistant was displeased with her order, and, according to customers, was…
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