Starting January 1, 2027, California dental plans must honor patients’ assignment of benefits, allowing practices to receive insurance payments directly while increasing transparency around provider networks and out-of-pocket costs.
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Missouri Expands Dental Access as Medicaid Cuts Loom
Medicaid expansion has opened doors to preventive and specialized dental care for thousands of Missourians, but proposed funding…
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Unlicensed Iowa Clinic Shut Down After Years of Unregulated Care
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Scientists Call for Research on Mouthrinses with Potential to Reduce SARS-CoV-2 Transmission
A group of Cardiff University School of Medicine scientists are calling for urgent research into whether mouthrinses could reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission in the early stages of infection.
All-State Career School in Essington Launches Dental Hygiene Program
All-State Career School in Essington, Pennsylvania, will expand its current offering to include an Associate of Specialized Technology (AST) degree in Dental Hygiene.
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The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its “Guidance for Dental Settings” on August 4. One of the most significant changes is the recommendation that oral health professionals wear eye protection in…
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From clinical practice to public health to academia, Pam Cushenan, ASDH, BSHA, MS, has logged in some serious mileage in the dental hygiene profession, with particular emphasis on geriatric and special needs populations.
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Deadline for Provider Relief Fund Extended
The United States Department of Health and Human Services has extended the deadline for dentists to apply for financial help through the Enhanced Provider Relief Fund Payment Portal to August 28. The American Dental Association advises that…
Candibell Launches First Ever Device That Monitors Family Toothbrushing Habits
Candibell Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for its Truthbrush device that allows parents to track the toothbrushing habits of their families and dentists to monitor their patients' brushing…
Colgate Creates Short Film Focused on Oral Health
Children can learn about the importance of oral health through Colgate's new animated short film, “Colgate Tooth Defenders.”
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