Jonathan Burke, DMD, a New Jersey oral and maxillofacial surgeon, will oversee the nation’s leading dental research institute and its $520 million research portfolio.
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New research suggests AI can analyze subtle changes in speech during routine patient-provider interactions to identify early signs of cognitive impairment, potentially giving health and dental professionals a new tool for early detection
Wisconsin Brings Out Packers’ Favorite to Encourage Oral Health
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Build a Dental Hygiene Career That Lasts
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Missouri Pushes New Dental Assistant Role Into Periodontal Care
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TikToker Gets Slammed After Asking for Help With Dental Care
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