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Passionate Dental Hygienist Wins the May Sunstar eBrief Giveaway!
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A recent proposal by the Washington State Health Care Authority would make dental therapists eligible to receive reimbursement from Medicaid for services provided at tribal facilities, according to the American Dental Education Association.
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Convergent Dental Announces Agreement with Henry Schein
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