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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Philips Sonicare Unveils Next-Generation Sonicare Technology Designed for a Gentle, yet Effective…
Delivering a thorough yet gentle clean, the new Philips Sonicare 6300 and 7400 electric toothbrushes empower patients to feel the care, supporting healthier smiles with every use.
ADHA Report Shows How Dental Hygienists Can Close America’s Oral Health Gap
A new white paper from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association reveals that outdated restrictions on dental hygienist practice are fueling America’s oral health crisis. Expanding dental hygienist autonomy, the report argues, is…
The Future of Dentistry Is Young Women
The United States dentist workforce is undergoing a generational shift, becoming younger, more female, and more racially and ethnically diverse. While the overall supply of dentists continues to grow, uneven geographic distribution and…
Neutralized ECAS Shows Strong Results in Fighting Biofilm in Dental Unit Waterlines
A new study found that neutralized electrolyzed chlorinated water solution (ECAS) effectively reduced planktonic bacteria and disrupted biofilm in contaminated dental unit waterlines. By combining shock and continuous treatment, ECAS…
NYU Study Reveals Widespread Anxiety and Promising Solutions
A new study in the Journal of the American Dental Association found that nearly three out of four adults experience some degree of dental fear, a prevalence higher than previously reported. Researchers at New York University College of…
Delaware Becomes Last State to Permit Dental Hygienists to Administer Local Anesthesia
Delaware has officially passed legislation allowing dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia under direct dentist supervision, aligning itself with the rest of the country. This change marks a significant expansion of scope that…
Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation Has Come a Long Way
Dental implantology has advanced from Brånemark’s discovery of osseointegration in the 1950s to today’s All-on-X protocols, which allow immediate, graft-free full-arch restorations. By optimizing implant placement and leveraging immediate…
Orascoptic Unveils ErgoZoom – One Loupe, Two Breakthroughs
Madison, WI – September 2nd, 2025 – Orascoptic is proud to unveil ErgoZoom, a groundbreaking loupe that combines two of our most advanced technologies: adjustable magnification and ergonomic oculars. Designed to support clinicians through…
High Energy Abounds at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO!
Hundreds of dental professionals from across the US, Canada, and even Spain gathered in Anaheim, California, for an electrifying 2-day event. Dynamic presentations, a packed exhibit hall, and lively networking made this year’s EXPO a…
FDA Issues Final Guidance on Animal Studies for Dental Bone Grafting Devices
The United States Food and Drug Administration has finalized guidance clarifying when animal studies are needed for 510(k) submissions of dental bone grafting devices. The recommendations emphasize real-world testing environments, risk…
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