Kentucky’s state assembly is thinking of removing the state’s community water fluoridation requirement for communities with more than 3,000 residents. Kentucky ranks 45th for overall oral health.
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New Bill Targets Dental Insurance Power Play
A sweeping House proposal could upend how dental plans operate by forcing self-funded insurers to follow state laws.
From Toxic Dumping to Dental Care for Kids
A controversial construction settlement in Rhode Island is being transformed into nearly $8 million in dental care for underserved…
Michigan Moves Closer to Launching Its First Dental Therapy Program
Ferris State University is advancing Michigan’s first dental therapy program, aiming to expand access to care while addressing…
House Reauthorizes Action for Dental Health Act to Strengthen Workforce and…
The US House overwhelmingly approved legislation extending federal support for oral health workforce programs and prevention…
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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…
Where Are We on Herd Immunity?
Herd immunity — when enough of the population has been infected and develops resistance, thus, preventing further outbreaks of disease — is the goal in fighting COVID-19. Although, at this point, infection rates are not nearly high enough…
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Study to Determine Incidence of Novel Coronavirus Infection in U.S. Children Begins
A study to help determine the rate of novel coronavirus infection in children and their family members in the United States has begun enrolling participants.
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