Across Alabama and much of the country, dentists face an impossible choice: continue serving low-income Medicaid patients at a financial loss or stop taking them altogether. A Stateline report reveals how low reimbursement rates are pushing providers…
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California Expands Access to Dental Care for People With Autism
A new California law will equip oral health professionals with specialized training to better serve individuals with developmental…
A Seasonal Reminder of Candy’s Hidden Oral Hazards
As Halloween fills operatories with chatter about sweets, oral health professionals are reminded that sticky, sour, and hard…
Distance Dictates Dental Decisions: Maryland Study Reveals Why Patients Turn…
New research from BMC Health Services Research reveals that Maryland patients living farther from dental offices are significantly…
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Enhancing Diagnostics and Precision Care With CBCT
Cone-beam computed tomography is transforming periodontal diagnostics by providing highly detailed imaging of bony defects, root morphology, and periodontal-endodontic pathology. This advanced technology not only aids in precise treatment…
Over-the-Counter Duo Outshines Opioids for Post-Surgical Dental Pain
A Rutgers Health study reveals that a combination of acetaminophen and ibuprofen provides superior pain relief and patient satisfaction after wisdom tooth extraction compared to opioids.
The Struggle for Dental Care in Arkansas Is Real
Arkansas faces a dental care crisis as residents grapple with severe shortages of providers and barriers to affordable treatment.
New Research Finds That Dentures May Protect Cognitive Health
A groundbreaking study reveals that denture use may slow cognitive decline in older adults with tooth loss. With significant implications for oral and overall health, this research underscores the critical role of prosthodontic…
Dental Practice Faces $350,000 Fine Over Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack on Indianapolis-based Westend Dental exposed patient data, resulting in a $350,000 settlement and heightened scrutiny of its HIPAA compliance. The breach highlights the critical need for dental practices to strengthen…
The Untapped Potential of CBCT in Implant Surgery and Periodontal Care
While CBCT is widely used in implant planning and guided implant therapy, its potential remains underutilized. CBCT offers unparalleled accuracy in detecting bony defects and enhancing digital workflows, yet its routine use in periodontal…
Medicare Drives $4 Billion Growth in US Dental Spending
Dental spending increased by $4 billion in 2023, primarily due to Medicare, marking a 2.5% growth from 2022 after inflation adjustments. While private dental spending declined slightly, government program spending surged, reflecting a…
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Your passion for improving oral health and educating patients inspires us every day. As we welcome 2025, we celebrate your vital role in transforming lives through preventive care and compassionate service and thank you for your support of…
Advancing Oral Health Research: A Conversation with Sarah B. Hoerler, RDH, MS
A practicing clinician and educator/researcher, this dental hygienist shares about her work in preventing ventilator-assisted pneumonia.
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Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: “It’s a Good Day to Save Teeth” personalized sweatshirt, “World’s Best Hygienist” socks, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples…
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