As more states consider adding the American Dental Association’s “oral preventive assistant,” dental hygienists assert patient care will suffer and suggest moving the profession toward self-governance.
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When a Bargain Smile Comes at a High Cost
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Is Povidone-Iodine the Underrated Antiseptic in Dentistry?
With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable…
Can Your Patients Hear You?
With hearing loss affecting more than 50 million Americans, oral health professionals can improve communication, reduce anxiety and…
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New OSHA Standard Has Little Impact on Dentistry
Upon review of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emergency temporary standard, which was released on June 10, the American Dental Association asserts that the guideline has little effect on the practice of dentistry.…
Head and Neck Cancer Cells Hijack Nearby Healthy Tissue
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OSHA Issues Guidance on Healthcare Worker Safety Amid Global Pandemic
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Oral Health Professionals and Infectious Disease Status
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Dental Practices Face Hiring Shortages
According to a poll conducted by the American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute, 35.8% of dental practices are looking to hire dental assistants, 28.8% are searching for dental hygienists, 26.5% have open administrative…
Rutgers Receives FDA Approval for Cancer Therapy Clinical Trials
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