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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Elevate Oral Care Povi•One™ 10% Povidone-Iodine Oral Antiseptic
Elevate Oral Care proudly announces the launch of another tool in the battle for improved oral
health. Povi•One™ features 10% Povidone-iodine in unit-dose, flow-through applicators which
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North Carolina Dental Office Experiences Bizarre Theft
A private esthetic dental practice in Charlotte, North Carolina, was robbed on May 11, but the thief did not abscond with cash or expensive dental equipment. While the dental assistant was with a patient, a man came into the waiting room,…
ADA Calls for More Transparency, Better Research on Fluoride Safety
The American Dental Association (ADA) has requested that the National Toxicology Program revise its meta-analysis on the association between fluoride exposure and IQ in children due to questions regarding the strength and validity of the…
Honoring Mothers
Mothers — in all forms —bring such love and joy into the world. All of us at Dimensions of Dental Hygiene wish the mothers of the world a special day filled with relaxation.
Cochrane Oral Health Collaborating Center Opens at Penn Dental Medicine
The University of Pennsylvania (Penn) School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia has partnered with Cochrane Oral Health — a global nonprofit network that produces systematic reviews across all areas of medicine — to launch the Cochrane Oral…
Mastication Is Key to Successful Diabetes Management
Research conducted at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine shows that the ability to chew is key to keeping blood sugar levels low among patients with Type 2 diabetes. The study included 94 patients with Type 2 diabetes in…
New Report on Consumer Opinions Regarding Oral Health Is Released
A survey of 2,000 American adults and parents of children aged 12 and younger regarding their thoughts on oral health has some interesting findings. Conducted by Delta Dental, results showed that 92% of adults and 96% of parents believe…
Cranberry Launches Groundbreaking Bio Nitrile Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves
Cranberry, a leading nitrile glove manufacturer, is proud to announce the release of its newest innovation, the Bio Nitrile Biodegradable Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves. These gloves are designed to meet the rising demand for…
Orascoptic Introduces RDH Elevate Frame
Orascoptic has added a new fashion-forward, lightweight metal frame to its popular line of RDH loupes. Designed with the dental hygienist in mind, the RDH Elevate frame is the perfect union of fashion and functionality.
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