Across Alabama and much of the country, dentists face an impossible choice: continue serving low-income Medicaid patients at a financial loss or stop taking them altogether. A Stateline report reveals how low reimbursement rates are pushing providers…
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California Expands Access to Dental Care for People With Autism
A new California law will equip oral health professionals with specialized training to better serve individuals with developmental…
A Seasonal Reminder of Candy’s Hidden Oral Hazards
As Halloween fills operatories with chatter about sweets, oral health professionals are reminded that sticky, sour, and hard…
Distance Dictates Dental Decisions: Maryland Study Reveals Why Patients Turn…
New research from BMC Health Services Research reveals that Maryland patients living farther from dental offices are significantly…
The Foundation of Successful Complete-Arch Restorations
Achieving both esthetic and functional excellence in complete-arch rehabilitation depends on thorough diagnosis and strategic…
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Study Examines Fluoride Exposure and Children’s IQ
A new meta-analysis found an inverse association between fluoride exposure and children's IQ, though uncertainties remain, particularly at lower fluoride levels in drinking water. The findings highlight the need for further research to…
Buffalo Dental Residents Vote to Unionize
Following a similar move by University at Buffalo medical residents, 24 of the School of Dental Medicine’s 27 dental residents signed union cards in an effort to improve their working conditions.
W&H Renews Partnership with ADS as a 2025 Super Sponsor
W&H is proud to announce its continued support of the Association for Dental Safety (ADS) by renewing its membership as a Super Sponsor for 2025
A Comprehensive Approach to Implant Soft Tissue Management
A complex soft tissue defect around a maxillary implant was successfully treated using a modified coronally advanced tunnel technique with a connective tissue graft. By combining precise surgical and prosthetic protocols, clinicians…
Ensuring Access to Care for Those Who Need It Most
Angela Settle, RDH, BSDH, BS, turned her passion for community health into action by helping establish a dental program at the Moab Free Health Clinic. Her dedication to increasing access to oral healthcare earned her a Utah Rural Impact…
Enter to Win Our Sunstar Ebrief Giveaway!
Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: personalized jewelry dish, dental hygienist necklace, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite oral hygiene aids…
Oral Hygiene Emerging as Key to Reducing Cognitive Decline
New research strengthens the link between gingival health and brain health.
Brush Up on Gaps in Kids’ Oral Hygiene Habits
In a national poll, parents report significant differences in children’s oral hygiene practices, with fewer boys meeting recommended standards. The findings underscore the critical role of consistent habits in preventing dental caries.
HHS Sets New Rules to Ensure Nondiscrimination in Healthcare-Related AI
The United States Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights has issued new regulations under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act to address the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. These rules aim to…
Tackling Dental Care Disparities Across the US
A new study highlights significant disparities in access to dental care in rural and underserved areas, where nearly 25 million Americans face barriers to timely treatment. Using advanced spatial accessibility methods, researchers uncover…
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