A new study reveals dental procedures may contribute to microplastic (MP) contamination in the clinic environment and potentially in patients. From denture soaking to resin grinding, the release of MPs and their toxic effects are raising red flags…
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Now Dead, Nevada’s SB 495 Would Have Dismantled Dental Hygiene Standards
In a scathing guest editorial in the Nevada Globe, Scott Finley warns that Nevada’s SB 495 would let untrained assistants perform…
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Dynamic computer-assisted implant surgery (d-CAIS) offers real-time guidance, high accuracy, and an efficient workflow that allows…
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The VA’s Decision to Censor Research Raises Alarm Among Healthcare…
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Big Steps Ahead for License Portability
The Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact Commission held its inaugural meeting on August 28, setting the stage for interstate license portability. While no final decisions were made, the groundwork was laid for future rulemaking, officer…
Hidden Dangers of Unlicensed Tooth Whitening
While tooth whitening services administered by those who are not oral health professionals may be legal in some states, the risks far outweigh the potential savings. Licensed oral health professionals are essential to ensure safe, effective…
Anna M. Pattison, RDH, MS, Receives Esther Wilkins Lifetime Achievement Award at Dimensions’ …
The Esther Wilkins Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony at the Dimensions' Discovery EXPO celebrated the remarkable career of Anna M. Pattison, RDH, MS. Her contributions to dental hygiene education and periodontal instrumentation have left…
Enhance Your Clinical Skills at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO
Saturday’s keynote session at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO focuses on providing dental professionals with critical knowledge to treat medically complex patients. With Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD, FSCDH, leading the keynote, attendees…
Discover the Future of Dental Hygiene at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO
The Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO offers dental hygienists a chance to earn 14 CE credits while connecting with industry leaders at an exciting Exhibit Hall. Don’t miss the keynote sessions on dental therapy and emerging trends shaping the…
The 10 Key Steps to Flawless Immediate Implants
Achieving predictable and lasting esthetic outcomes with immediate implant placement requires meticulous planning and adherence to 10 essential keys. From proper implant sizing to managing gingival phenotypes, this structured approach…
New Study Links Periodontal Bacteria to Rheumatoid Arthritis
Research reveals how periodontal bacteria, specifically Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, exacerbate rheumatoid arthritis by activating inflammatory pathways. Researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University offer hope for novel…
Nearly Half of Alabama Kindergarteners Have Dental Caries
A new report from the Alabama Department of Public Health highlights alarming disparities in dental care access, especially in rural areas. High rates of tooth decay and a shortage of oral health professionals are leaving residents…
Blood Biomarkers Could Unlock New Treatments for Periodontitis
A new study from Umeå University reveals that individuals with periodontitis have distinct protein profiles in their blood, which could serve as biomarkers for the disease. These findings provide potential pathways for the development of…
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