Emergency departments across the United States are treating a growing number of serious dental problems, many of them preventable. Experts say workforce shortages, pandemic-related oral health setbacks, and recent policy changes affecting Medicaid…
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Tackling Substance Use and Mental Health in Dental Care
Simple screening tools and brief interventions can help dental teams identify substance use and mental health risks.
Utah Opens Hospital Doors to Dental Hygienists
Utah has passed new legislation expanding where dental hygienists can practice, officially adding hospitals to the state’s…
A Pan, a Hunch, and a Life Saved
A routine panoramic X-ray turned into a potentially life-saving moment when a dentist spotted suspicious calcifications near a…
Resolution Defends Fluoridation as Florida Ban Sparks National Debate
A new congressional resolution urges states to maintain scientifically recommended fluoride levels in public drinking water…
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New partnership offers AI-powered dental scans and 24/7 access to virtual care.
Dimensions Welcomes a New Editorial Advisory Board Member
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is proud to announce its newest Editorial Advisory Board member: Nancy Kuy, EdD, MSc, RDH. She is an adjunct clinical assistant professor at New York University College of Dentistry and is a Ruth L.…
Kennedy’s Anti-Fluoride Crusade Gains Ground While Dentists Struggle to Hold the Line
Despite decades of evidence and advocacy, dentists are losing ground to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-fluoride campaign. As Republican-led states ban water fluoridation, the dental profession’s response has lacked the urgency and…
New Evidence Links Declining Oral Function to Lifestyle-Related Diseases
A new study from Japan has revealed significant associations between impaired oral function and abnormal blood test results related to glucose metabolism, lipid profiles, and kidney function in older adults. These findings underscore the…
Nordent Expands Line with Innovative Implant-Friendly Titanium Probes
July 8, 2025 – Elk Grove Village, IL — Nordent® Manufacturing Inc. continues its legacy of innovation and support for dental professionals by launching its latest advancement, Titanium Implant Probes. These probes set a new standard in…
Elevating Dental Hygiene Through Research and Advanced Academic Pathways
Despite over a century of progress, dental hygiene still lacks the research infrastructure and doctoral pathways needed to fully establish its role as a modern evidence-based healthcare discipline.
PRF Offers Simple, Autologous Regenerative Power
Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) enhances wound healing and tissue regeneration using a patient’s own blood. Unlike earlier platelet concentrates, PRF is easy to prepare, requires no additives, and offers a sustained release of growth factors for…
A Grassroots Approach to Expanding the Dental Workforce
A South Side Chicago clinic is redefining how dental teams are built by training future assistants right in the community they serve. With ultra-affordable certification and real-world experience, this program is growing more than careers,…
ADA Seeks Fair Treatment for Dentistry in the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
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.
Giant Alaskan Bear Gets a Crown!
When an 800-pound, 9-foot-tall bear needs dental work, it takes more than a routine appointment. Zoo staff and dental specialists teamed up for a remarkable and safe procedure to restore Tundra’s toothy grin.
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