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…
Gingivitis May Raise the Stakes for Brain Health
A long-term Finnish study suggests severe gingivitis and periodontitis may increase both the risk of developing a cerebral artery…
Pink, Blue, and Biofilm: Test Your Disclosing Solution Know-How
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When Untreated Tooth Decay Turns Deadly
A fatal case of sepsis linked to untreated dental caries underscores how oral disease can rapidly escalate into life-threatening…
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CDC Highlights Patient Placement and Volume Strategies for Dental Offices
During a webinar hosted by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity on June 3, Alberto Garcia, MS, a mechanical engineer for the organization, highlighted some important…
The Role of Implants in Maintaining Oral Health
Dental hygienists need to understand the role dental implant fixtures play in the overall health and quality of life for patients.
Analysis Investigates Effectiveness of Masks, Eye Protection, and Social Distancing
Research, recently published in the Lancet, evaluates the efficacy of wearing masks and eye protection, as well as social distancing in reducing spread of the novel coronavirus. The meta-analysis found a significant decrease in infection…
Santa Fe Group Awards Emeritus Status to Founding Member, Elects Three New Board Members and…
The Santa Fe Group (SFG), a not-for-profit, action-oriented think tank with a passion for improving lives through oral health, announced the new emeritus status of one of its founding members, the election of three new board members, and…
Achieve Success in Treating Kid With Sensory Processing Disorders
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that one in six children has one or more neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or an…
Human Trials Begin on Antibody Treatment for COVID-19
A small trial of 32 patients is evaluating a new antibody drug developed specifically to fight the novel coronavirus. The trial will determine what, if any, side effects arise. Discovered by Vancouver-based AbCellera and developed by Eli…
Supporting Mothers’ Health
The quality of a mother’s prenatal oral health has been shown to not only affect fetal growth and development, but also her child’s health through infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. This mother-infant relationship is complex…
Boosting Your Immune System May Help Fight Off COVID-19 Infection
As many dental hygienists return to work amid the global pandemic, boosting the immune system is one way to strengthen your armor against COVID-19 infection. While a healthy diet and exercise are the standards of healthy living, there may…
Philips and Toothpic Announce Teledentistry Platform for Dental Professionals
New, professional teledentistry platform provides virtual patient connection to supplement in-office treatments.
Poll Data Show Dentistry Is on the Path to Recovery
Results of a poll of more than 6,500 private practice dentists show signs of recovery after the closure of almost all offices except for emergency treatment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Dental Association Health Policy…
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