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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CMS Rule Cements the Importance of Oral and Systemic Health Integration
A new Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services policy marks a major step toward integrating dentistry and medicine. By adding oral health to its physician quality improvement activities, CMS is encouraging medical professionals to…
Maximizing Your Dental Practice’s Reach: Expert Tips for Effective Digital Advertising
Define Your Goals Clearly
Before launching any digital ad campaign, it’s crucial to set clear, actionable goals:
Increase Appointments: If your primary goal is to boost patient bookings, focus on ads that highlight your services and…
The Top 3 Reasons Your Website May Not Be Helping You to Grow Your Dental Practice
1. Poor Patient Experience (UX)
Patient experience is critical to the success of your website. If your dental website is difficult to navigate, slow to load, or not mobile-friendly, potential patients are likely to leave and seek services…
Exercise and Omega-3s Pose a Powerful Threat Against Apical Periodontitis
New research shows that moderate physical exercise, especially when combined with omega-3 supplementation, can reduce inflammation, bone loss, and bacterial spread in apical periodontitis. The findings highlight a promising preventive and…
The Best Digital Marketing Strategies for Growing a Dental Practice
SEO, website design, and social media are essential for attracting new patients and maintaining a strong online presence.
Content marketing and reputation management help build trust, engage patients, and enhance brand credibility.…
FDA Tightens Rules on Fluoride Supplements for Children
The United States Food and Drug Administration has announced plans to restrict unapproved ingestible fluoride prescription products for children, citing safety concerns. The move raises new questions about access to preventive care in areas…
Why Every Dental Practice Needs a Strong Online Presence
Strengthening your dental practice’s SEO ensures it ranks higher in local searches, making it easier for potential patients to find you and book appointments online.
Offering user-friendly online features like scheduling, payment,…
Government Shutdown Puts Dental Education and Grants in Limbo
The federal government shutdown could disrupt key United States Department of Education functions that affect dental programs and students. While student aid and loan payments will continue, the furlough of nearly 90% of department…
How SEO Can Help Dentists Attract More Local Patients
Local SEO helps dentists appear in the right searches, making it easier for patients to find trusted dental care within their community.
Content, reviews, and optimized listings build authority, trust, and visibility, leading to…
Is Mercury from Dental Amalgam Polluting Britain’s Fish?
Mercury from dental amalgam may be contributing to toxic contamination in Britain’s rivers and coastal waters, with nearly all tested fish exceeding safe mercury limits. As global leaders prepare to debate a full phase-out of mercury…
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