New reporting from the San Francisco Standard reveals a worsening dental hygienist shortage in California that is reshaping both clinical practice and the economics of dentistry. Dentists are increasingly relying on associate dentists or…
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Who Should Give the Shot? New Anesthesia Pilot for Dental Assistants Sparks…
A new California pilot program would allow dental assistants to administer local anesthesia, a move many dentists welcome for…
Florida Moves Toward Dental Therapy
Florida lawmakers are considering a bill to create a dental therapist role to provide preventive and routine restorative care.…
Implementing Community-Driven Strategies to Transform Oral Healthcare Access
From classrooms to mobile clinics, public health dental hygienists are reshaping how preventive care reaches underserved…
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Tariffs Target Dental Products
The European Union is considering tariffs on United States dental products, potentially raising costs for essential supplies such as floss, implants, and instruments. If enacted, these tariffs could increase expenses for dental practices…
Study Links Oral Symptoms to Rare Bone Disorder
New research reveals that dental issues such as early tooth loss and soft enamel may be key signs of hypophosphatasia, a rare genetic bone disorder. Identifying these oral symptoms early could help oral health professionals play a crucial…
Behind Bars, But Still in Pain
Two incarcerated individuals at the Harrison County Jail in Marshall, Texas, are requesting improved access to dental care, citing ongoing pain and untreated conditions. County commissioners recently delayed discussions on the matter,…
When Hoops and Teeth Collide
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White lost a few teeth midgame but didn’t let that stop him, quickly gluing them back in place before returning to the court. His resilience highlights the importance of dental protection in sports — and the…
Investigating Probe Marking Degradation and Its Impact on Implant Health
A study was conducted to examine how cleaning, sterilization, and frictional wear affect the color markings on dental probes and their impact on implant surfaces. Results showed that while sterilization didn’t degrade the color markers,…
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Will a New Dental School in Georgia Help or Hurt Access to Care?
Georgia is investing $178 million in a new dental school to address its dentist shortage, but some practitioners argue the plan ignores deeper issues like student debt and faculty shortages. Critics believe state funds would be better spent…
Medicaid Cuts Could Leave Millions Without Dental Care
If Congress slashes Medicaid funding, adult dental coverage may be one of the first benefits to disappear, leaving millions without essential oral healthcare. With fewer dentists accepting Medicaid and emergency department visits for dental…
Dimensions Adds a New Member to Its Editorial Advisory Board
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene welcomes Ann Bruhn, BSDH, MS, RDH, to the journal’s Editorial Advisory Board. An associate professor and chair of the Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene (SODH) at Old Dominion University (ODU), Bruhn…
The Role of Probing and Material Choice in Implant Health
Monitoring implant health requires precise diagnostic techniques, with probing recognized as a key assessment tool. However, the choice between metal and plastic probes remains controversial, as both present unique risks to implant surfaces…
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