The CDT 2026 update includes 60 total code changes, highlighted by six deletions that reflect evolving clinical practice and public health realities. Understanding which codes are disappearing and why can help dental teams prepare for claims…
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Eastern Washington University Charts a New Path With Dental Therapy Program
EWU is moving forward with plans to launch a master’s-level dental therapy program, aiming to strengthen the oral health workforce…
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When Untreated Tooth Decay Turns Deadly
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Virginia Rolls Out Bluetooth-Based COVID-19 Tracing App
The state of Virginia recently released COVIDWISE, a contact-tracing app designed to alert Virginia residents when they have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 in order to reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus. The app relies on…
Treating Herpes With Laser Therapy
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Study Reports Large Gaps in Access to Dental Care
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The Truth Behind “Mask Mouth”
Jessica Fagan, RDH, BS, MA—a full-time faculty member at Carrington College in Sacramento, California—is blogging for Dimensions of Dental Hygiene about COVID-19.
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MouthWatch Ranks 1303 on the 2020 Inc 5000 List
MouthWatch, a leader in innovative teledentistry solutions, digital case presentation tools and intraoral imaging devices, was recently included on the annual Inc. 5000 list.
Impact of Estrogen on TMJ Pain
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Can Antibody-Delivering Drugs Prevent COVID-19 or Hasten Recovery?
The administration of intravenous drugs containing antibodies to the novel coronavirus may be effective in preventing COVID-19 among those at highest risk, such as medical and dental professionals, as well as reducing recovery time and…
Severe Periodontitis, Tooth Loss Linked to Mild Cognitive Impairment, Dementia
A study published in Neurology, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, suggests periodontitis may be linked to mild cognitive impairment and dementia later in life, especially when it is severe and results in tooth loss.
Certain Biomarkers May Indicate Greater Risk of COVID-19 Morbidity and Mortality
Increased levels of five biomarkers may indicate an increased risk of severe disease and death due to COVID-19, according to researchers at George Washington University. A study of nearly 300 subjects with COVID-19 found that those with…
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