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
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RDHAPs Take the Stage at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO
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A Medieval Gold Bridge Reveals the Surprising Origins of Cosmetic Dentistry
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Virginia Dental Association Suggests Three-Pronged Approach to Address Dental Hygiene Shortage
A Sterling, Virginia-based dentist Tarek Badawy, DDS, FAGD, FICOI, recently posted a YouTube video suggesting a three-prong approach — supported by the Virginia Dental Association (VDA) — to address Virginia’s dental hygienist shortage. It…
Eastern Washington University Advances Dental Therapy Program to Strengthen Rural Oral Healthcare
EWU is moving forward with plans to launch a master’s-level dental therapy program, expanding the state’s oral health workforce and addressing persistent access gaps in rural communities. If accredited, the program would place EWU among a…
Ferris State to Launch Michigan’s First Dental Therapy Program
Ferris State University is developing Michigan’s first dental therapy education program to expand access to care in underserved communities. The move follows the state’s licensing of its first dental therapist, now practicing in the Upper…
When Infection Control Breaks Down: Lessons From a Board Sanction and a Practical Path Forward
A recent Iowa Dental Board action against a Dubuque dentist highlights how lapses in infection control can lead to financial penalties, probation, and long-term monitoring. The case underscores why designating an infection control…
Dental Hygienists Are Making an Impact in Expanded Roles
Expanded roles in dental hygiene are often framed as future possibilities tied to legislation or scope-of-practice changes, but many of these roles already exist today. From education and health communication to interdisciplinary care and…
Michigan Licenses Its First Dental Therapist, Opening a New Chapter in Care Delivery
Michigan has licensed its first dental therapist, marking a significant milestone in the state’s evolving oral health workforce. Dana Obey, DT, brings CODA-accredited training and a strong commitment to underserved communities to her new…
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The American Dental Association has released its first major update to dental radiography recommendations in more than a decade, offering clearer guidance on when and when not to take dental X-rays. The new recommendations emphasize…
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