Researchers have developed a prototype intraoral robot designed to prepare teeth for crowns with exceptional accuracy, potentially reducing treatment time and the number of patient visits.
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Guided Biofilm Therapy Is the Future of Dental Hygiene Comes to Discovery EXPO
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Study Shows Cracked Doesn’t Mean Lost
Many root canal-treated cracked teeth can achieve favorable long-term outcomes, reinforcing the value of early diagnosis and tooth…
New Government Report Raises Questions About Competition in Dental Insurance…
A recent federal analysis found that a small number of insurers dominate many state dental insurance markets, potentially affecting…
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A new California pilot program would allow dental assistants to administer local anesthesia, a move many dentists welcome for workflow efficiency and cost savings. But dental hygienists warn that expanding anesthesia privileges to…
Florida Moves Toward Dental Therapy
Florida lawmakers are considering a bill to create a dental therapist role to provide preventive and routine restorative care. Supporters see it as a solution to widespread dental shortages, while opponents caution that irreversible…
Implementing Community-Driven Strategies to Transform Oral Healthcare Access
From classrooms to mobile clinics, public health dental hygienists are reshaping how preventive care reaches underserved communities. While these strategies show promise for improving outcomes, some dentists remain opposed to expanding…
A Little Sunshine Before Birth May Mean Fewer Carious Lesions Later
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As If the Dental Chair Wasn’t Scary Enough…
Just when oral health professionals thought the operatory was a safe space, a dental chair has turned up in one of the most disturbing places imaginable. Newly released images place familiar clinical equipment in a setting that’s anything…
Kentucky’s Push to Expand Dental Assistant Duties Sparks Backlash From Dental Hygienists
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A New Generation of Quiet Dental Drills Is on the Way
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September Sunstar eBrief Giveaway Winner Announced
Congratulations to Bianca Rocha, RDH, BSDH, BS, winner of the September Sunstar eBrief Giveaway! She lives in California’s Central Valley and is currently in her first year of practice. As a new dental hygienist, she is excited to…
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