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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Dental Therapy Takes Center Stage in California
As support for dental therapy grows across the United States, the 2025 National Dental Therapy Conference will bring together leaders shaping the future of this midlevel practitioner role. As momentum builds, California’s dental community,…
How Your Online Reputation Can Help You Attract and Retain Patients
Building Trust and Credibility
Positive Reviews: Online reviews are often the first point of contact between potential patients and your practice. Positive reviews on platforms like Google, Yelp, and Healthgrades can build trust and…
The Secrets to Attracting New Patients Through Digital Marketing for Dentists
Create a User-Friendly Website
Your website is the cornerstone of your digital presence. It’s where potential patients will learn about your services, read reviews, and contact you.
Easy Navigation: Make sure your website is easy to…
The 6th International Dental Symposium, October 3-4, 2026, Tokyo, Japan
Announcing the 6th International Dental Symposium, titled “Gathering Knowledge to Create 8 Billion Smiles!” being held on GC’s 105th anniversary on October 3-4, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan.
It will be a convergence of knowledge from extensive…
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Is Spreading Like Wildfire This Season
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is making the rounds again, and oral health professionals are often the first to spot the painful little mouth blisters hiding behind a seemingly routine checkup. Knowing what it looks like and what to do next…
W&H Brings Breakthrough Dental Innovations to the Greater New York Dental Meeting
W&H will showcase advanced innovations in sterilization, handpieces, and implant surgery throughout the Greater New York Dental Meeting at the Jacob Javits Center.
How Dental Spas Turn Stress-Free Smiles Into Serious Revenue
Dental spas blend dentistry with day-spa vibes, transforming routine appointments into cozy, anxiety-melting wellness experiences. And here’s the bonus: those calming touches don’t just soothe patients, they also create fresh, high-margin…
Arkansas’ Oral Health Checkup Isn’t Pretty but There’s Hope
New data from United for ALICE shows that lower-income Arkansans face steeper oral health challenges than the national average, from fewer dental visits to higher tooth loss. The gaps are wide, but the numbers offer a roadmap for oral…
Why the Dual-Scan Protocol Sets Your Implant Plan Up for Success
The dual-scan protocol takes the guesswork out of implant planning by pairing CBCT data with a well-adapted diagnostic denture. When executed correctly, it streamlines data integration and ensures implant placement follows a fully…
DIY Dental Hygienist Racks Up More than a Million Followers on Instagram
Laura Avery, RDH, a practicing dental hygienist, loves do-it-yourself (DIY) projects and when she and her husband found a rundown old cottage up for sale, they jumped at the chance. Located in the Corvalis area of Oregon, Avery entertains…
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