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We know why plaque biofilm forms on dental structures and how to get rid of it—temporarily. But not much attention has been paid to how dental plaque biofilm is created. Until now.
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The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a relaxation for mask use outdoors among those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 on April 27. The new guidelines suggest that those who are fully…
Pediatric Dental Practice Finds 2% of its Patients Are Asymptomatic Carriers of COVID-19
A new study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association found that 2% of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) pediatric dental practice’s patients are asymptomatic carriers of SARS-CoV-2. The study included children who…
States With a Spring Surge of COVID-19 Cases Start to See Welcome Declines
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British Kitten That Contracted COVID-19 From its Owners Dies
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NIH Study Shows SARS-CoV-2 Is Spread Through Saliva
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DentaQuest To Expand Oral Health Care Access With Oklahoma Medicaid
DentaQuest commits to ensuring more Oklahoma children visit the dentist twice each year to create overall healthier communities.
One Shot May Be Enough for Those Who Have Recovered From COVID-19
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Study Finds Medicaid Expansion Positively Affects Oral Health
A University of Michigan study appearing in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry suggests dental coverage under Medicaid can improve the oral health of low-income individuals enrolled in the program. Using a survey and interviews to…
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