Once flooded with too many graduates, the dental hygiene profession now faces a national workforce shortage driven by attrition, burnout, and undervaluation. As legislative changes loom and key voices go unheard, it’s time for hygienists to reclaim…
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School Fluoride Varnish Programs Prove to Be Effective Tool in Fight Against…
A major systematic review confirms that school fluoride varnish delivery programs significantly reduce tooth decay and narrow oral…
Pac-Dent Introduces the New ProMate Contra Hygiene Handpiece
Brea, CA – June 26, 2025 – Pac-Dent, Inc., is thrilled to announce the launch of the ProMate™ Contra Hygiene Handpiece. The…
New York Bill Aims to Expand Dental Hygienists’ Independence Through…
The New York legislature has sent a bill to the governor that, if signed, would allow dental hygienists to work without direct…
Rescuing a Smile With a Ridge Augmentation and Implant Rehabilitation
Severe trauma left a patient missing central incisors and facing a complex horizontal and vertical ridge defect. Through…
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Nebraska Prisons Struggle to Provide Basic Dental Care
Routine dental care is nearly nonexistent in Nebraska’s overcrowded prisons, where tooth extractions are often the only treatment option. With limited staffing and long wait times, incarcerated individuals face preventable pain and oral…
A Patient Creates a Molar Masterpiece for his Dentist
In an act of gratitude, a patient hand carved a lifelike molar from alabaster and gifted it to his dentist who turned the heartfelt gesture into a lasting tribute at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. This meaningful artwork now inspires…
The Alliance Sets Out to Empower the Profession
This innovative nonprofit is redefining professional support and access-to-care advocacy for dental hygienists in Florida. By prioritizing inclusion, transparency, and systemic change, the alliance is making oral health equity a reality,…
A Kentucky Head Start Program Supports Oral Health but Suffers Due to Lack of Providers
Paducah’s Head Start program is dedicated to supporting the oral health of kids and families, but an overwhelming shortage of pediatric dentists is leaving children waiting months for care. As demand climbs and Medicaid access shrinks, the…
Arizona Dental Hygienists Urged to Act Against Change to OPA Educational Standards
A proposed amendment to Arizona’s oral preventive assistant (OPA) law could weaken educational standards by bypassing CODA accreditation. Dental hygienists are being urged to speak up before the bill advances.
Growth Factors Redefine Implant Success
Recombinant human platelet-derived growth factor-BB is revolutionizing bone regeneration by enhancing cellular activity and accelerating tissue repair. This powerful biologic shows impressive results when paired with grafting materials,…
While Some States Consider Cutting Standards, Pitt Invests in the Future of Dental Care
As states like Nevada consider lowering dental hygiene academic requirements, the University of Pittsburgh is taking a different approach by expanding access to care while maintaining educational rigor. A new Regional Training Center in…
Shape-Shifting Aligners May Be the Future of Orthodontics
West Virginia University is testing a new thermoplastic aligner material that uses shape memory technology to move teeth more efficiently. These advanced, customizable clear aligners promise the comfort, convenience, and precision today's…
GBR Advances Make Narrow Ridges Implant-Ready Without the Need for Autogenous Bone
Guided bone regeneration (GBR) has evolved into a reliable solution for complex ridge augmentation, even in challenging knife-edge cases. While autogenous bone remains a gold standard, emerging evidence shows comparable outcomes with…
Next-Gen Dental Implants That “Feel” Like Natural Teeth Show Promise in Early Study
Researchers at Tufts University have developed a novel dental implant designed to reconnect with the body’s nerve system, offering the potential for true sensory feedback. Paired with a less invasive surgical technique, this innovation…
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