Beginning July 1, 2026, California’s decision to limit full-scope Medi-Cal dental benefits for certain adult immigrants will reshape access to care, practice participation, and the balance between short-term savings and long-term system costs.
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Rethinking Anxiety in Dentistry
As burnout and mental health challenges rise across the dental workforce, a new perspective suggests anxiety may be an adaptive…
Evidence-Based Decision-Making in Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
As new technologies and adjunctive therapies expand treatment options, clinicians must critically evaluate the evidence to select…
RDHAPs Take the Stage at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO
An expert RDHAP panel will tackle scope clarity, sustainable business models, patient access, and the future of independent dental…
A Medieval Gold Bridge Reveals the Surprising Origins of Cosmetic Dentistry
Advanced scientific analysis of a 15th–17th century skeleton uncovered evidence of an early gold dental bridge, offering rare…
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A quality improvement program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia increased fluoride varnish application rates from 3.7% to 30.5% across its pediatric network, far surpassing its 20% target. The intervention proved effective across all…
New Consensus Charts Clear Path for Managing Peri-Implant Diseases
Two leading dental organizations have joined forces to deliver evidence-based guidance on preventing and managing peri-implant diseases. The new consensus provides stepwise treatment strategies, risk factor insights, and practical tools to…
Key Considerations for Full-Arch Rehabilitation
Before recommending full-arch rehabilitation, clinicians must carefully weigh medical, lifestyle, and psychosocial factors that influence long-term success.
What Dentistry Can Learn from Kid-Friendly Hospitals
Pediatric hospitals use creativity, comfort, and connection to calm young patients, and these same approaches could transform the adult dental experience. By borrowing child-focused strategies, dental teams can reduce fear, improve…
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene Joins New CE Reporting Platform
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene has partnered with CE Broker to make tracking continuing education (CE) credits easier than ever for dental hygienists. This integration allows users who complete Dimensions CE courses to seamlessly report…
Breakthrough Dental Adhesive Could Halt Billions in Tooth Decay Costs
A Brazilian-born dentist and researcher has created the world’s first long-acting antibacterial adhesive resin for dental restorations, potentially preventing millions of caries lesions and saving billions in dental costs. Developed at Oak…
Navigating the Full-Arch Dilemma
Choosing between preserving natural teeth or opting for full-arch rehabilitation is a complex decision that demands a comprehensive evaluation of each patient’s dental history, risk factors, and long-term prognosis. Success hinges on…
The Missing Link in Dental Care? Meet the Dental Therapist
These midlevel practitioners hold the key to closing dental healthcare gaps in underserved communities.
Houston Dentist Joins Season 2 of The Golden Bachelor
Cosmetic dentist and media personality Terri L. Alani, DDS, will swap veneers for roses as she competes on Season 2 of ABC’s The Golden Bachelor. Known as the “Texas Tooth Lady,” Alani brings four decades of dental expertise and a spirit of…
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