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Trump Administration Pushes States Toward Mercury-Free Dentistry
A new federal initiative encourages state Medicaid programs to phase out coverage of dental amalgam, signaling a potential shift in…
Master the New Era of Periodontal Diagnosis and Therapy
Discover how the latest periodontal classification system and emerging treatment technologies can elevate diagnosis, treatment…
Spore Testing Is the Gold Standard for Sterilization Safety
Learn how routine spore testing, proper sterilizer monitoring, and documentation can help your practice prevent infection, protect…
Delaware Passes Bill Expanding Dental Hygienists’ Scope of Practice
Senate Bill 283 authorizes Delaware dental hygienists to provide additional preventive services, expand access to care, and…
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Bipartisan Legislation Extends Deadline for Small Business Loan Applications
After a signature by President Biden on March 30, the bipartisan bill extending the deadline for struggling small businesses to apply for funds through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is now law. Originally March 31, the new deadline…
Patients Should Steer Clear of DIY TikTok Dentistry
As more people turn to social media for all things trending, oral health professionals should be prepared to remind patients that not all TikTok trends should be followed, especially do-it-yourself (DIY) dentistry.
FDA Approves Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Tests Available Without a Prescription
To add to the growing feed of positive pandemic news, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved several at-home, over-the-counter COVID-19 tests available without a prescription on March 31. These antigen tests are…
University at Buffalo Receives Grant for Mobile Dental Clinic
The University at Buffalo (UB) School of Dental Medicine has received a $780,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to expand its S-Miles to Go dental program through the addition of a second mobile dental clinic.
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Is Effective for Kids Ages 12 and Older
New data from Pfizer show that its COVID-19 vaccine is highly protective against infection with the novel coronavirus among children ages 12 to 15. The study of more than 2,200 subjects found zero cases of COVID-19 among those who received…
CDT Committee Approves New COVID-19-Related Codes
The American Dental Association’s Code Maintenance Committee has approved eight new Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes created in response to the global pandemic. The new codes focus on the administration of vaccines by oral health…
Henry Schein Cares Foundation Launches Next Phase of the ‘Wearing is Caring’ Campaign
The Henry Schein Cares Foundation, in partnership with The UPS Foundation, has launched the second phase of its Wearing is Caring campaign, focusing on raising awareness about oral-systemic health.
More Good News on the COVID-19 Vaccine Front
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are highly effective at preventing both symptomatic and asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infections. The CDC has found that both…
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health Will Battle Inequity in Healthcare
New national nonprofit will champion health transformation to build a future in which better health through oral health is possible for everyone.
Researchers Use Artificial Intelligence to Better Predict Oral Cancer Treatment
A research group is applying the investigative and predictive capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) to better identify which patients with early stage oral squamous cell carcinoma will require chemotherapy, radiation, or other…
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