Ferris State University is advancing Michigan’s first dental therapy program, aiming to expand access to care while addressing workforce shortages.
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The US House overwhelmingly approved legislation extending federal support for oral health workforce programs and prevention…
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American Dental Hygienists’ Association Releases 2026–2028 Strategic…
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Consistent innovation efforts payoff: Kettenbach has once again been awarded the prestigious TOP 100 Award 2026, ranking among the…
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