A long-term Finnish study suggests severe gingivitis and periodontitis may increase both the risk of developing a cerebral artery aneurysm and the likelihood that it will rupture. Dental caries, however, was not linked to aneurysm risk, placing the…
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Speak Out Against Expanding Anesthesia to Dental Assistants by December 18!
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California’s System of Providing Dental Care Is in Crisis
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Study Reports Half of Pediatric Opioid Prescriptions Are ‘High Risk’
Children and young adults who experience pain from routine dental care or oral surgery are frequently exposed to unsafe opioid prescriptions, according to a study led by University of Michigan researchers. Appearing in Pediatrics, the…
US Experiences a Welcome Decline in COVID-19 Cases
This week, the United States experienced the first decrease in COVID-19 cases in more than 3 months. And this may not be an isolated trend. Infectious disease researchers suggest that the nation’s peak occurred in mid-September when daily…
CDC and OSAP Team Up to Provide Free Training on Infection Control Protocol
A partnership between the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) has resulted in a complimentary training for all oral health professionals on ensuring safe…
Bluetooth, Wireless Digital X-Ray Sensor Is Launched
Finnish company Athlos Oy introduces a new generation of intraoral X-ray sensors to the dental setting.
New and Improved Sealant Released
Premier offers a new opaque sealant offering easy placement and extended release of therapeutics.
Vaccine Mandates Leave Out Oral Health Professionals
While many healthcare providers must get vaccinated against COVID-19 or lose their jobs, Forbes recently reported on the fact that oral health professionals have been generally left out of vaccine mandates. The article noted that the…
Antiviral Oral Medications to Treat COVID-19 Are on the Horizon
Three antiviral medications are currently under investigation for their ability to lessen the severity of COVID-19 symptoms and reduce transmissibility of the virus. Merck & Co, Pfizer, and Roche are testing pill regimens to see how…
Who Is Eligible for a COVID-19 Booster Shot?
In light of conflicting news reports and mixed messages from federal agencies, it is no wonder Americans feel confused about who is eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
More COVID-19 Relief Funds Available for Dental Providers
On September 29, the United States Department of Health and Human Services will open the application process to medical providers—including dentists—for another round of grants through the Provider Relief Fund. The federal government has…
Alabama Now Has Highest Number of COVID-19 Deaths in the US
Over the past 2 weeks, Alabama has reported approximately 100 deaths per day due to COVID-19, making it the state with the highest pandemic-related death rate. The statistic means that 18 out of 100,000 Alabamians are dying each week. West…
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