As this sweeping legislation heads to the House after passing the Senate, the American Dental Association is speaking up for dental practices, students, and patients.
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New York Says No to Charging Patients Extra Fees for PPE
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Dentistry Continues Its Recovery
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Scientists Call for Research on Mouthrinses with Potential to Reduce SARS-CoV-2 Transmission
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