The CDT 2026 update includes 60 total code changes, highlighted by six deletions that reflect evolving clinical practice and public health realities. Understanding which codes are disappearing and why can help dental teams prepare for claims…
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Eastern Washington University Charts a New Path With Dental Therapy Program
EWU is moving forward with plans to launch a master’s-level dental therapy program, aiming to strengthen the oral health workforce…
Gingivitis May Raise the Stakes for Brain Health
A long-term Finnish study suggests severe gingivitis and periodontitis may increase both the risk of developing a cerebral artery…
Pink, Blue, and Biofilm: Test Your Disclosing Solution Know-How
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When Untreated Tooth Decay Turns Deadly
A fatal case of sepsis linked to untreated dental caries underscores how oral disease can rapidly escalate into life-threatening…
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Advancements in Tooth Whitening
The demand for whiter teeth has spurred the development of many innovations in professional oral health care technologies, as well as in over-the-counter (OTC) products. Discoloration can present in various ways, and, depending on the…
Tips for Integrating Technology Into Practice
Digital technology plays an influential role in the delivery of oral health care, and treatment is evolving rapidly as a result of ongoing advances. Digital radiology and photography, for example, help improve diagnostic capabilities and…
Local Start Dental to Establish New Free and Low-Cost Dental Clinic in Partnership with UNC…
Local Start Dental has announced plans to begin a new dental clinic in Durham, North Carolina, in partnership with the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry. The clinic is expected to open in 2021.
Cost Remains Barrier to Accessing Oral Health Care
As the connection between oral health and overall health becomes clearer, patients are more motivated to maintain good oral health.
Salivary Gland Diversity Starts Early
A study by scientists with the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research suggests expression patterns in salivary glands emerge early in development.
Study Suggests Acupuncture May Reduce Radiation-Induced Xerostomia
Patients with cancer experiencing xerostomia may benefit from acupuncture treatment during the radiation stages of therapy.
Massachusetts Dental Society Foundation Awards Grants to Oral Health Programs
The Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) Foundation has awarded a total of nearly $100,000 in “Expanding Access to Dental Care” grants to six organizations in Massachusetts.
The Etiology of Noncarious Cervical Lesions
Noncarious cervical lesions (NCCLs) are small saucer-shaped or notch-shaped losses of tooth structure at the cementoenamel junction that present most often on the facial surface of teeth.
Tips to Manage Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects approximately 26% of adults between the ages of 30 and 70 in the United States. It occurs when an apnea or hypopnea causes the anatomical structures in the back of the throat (tongue, soft palate, and…
Maintain Fitness and Reduce Musculoskeletal Disorder Risk
The body requires care and maintenance to effectively function. Although every body features the same anatomy, an individual’s degree of physical fitness, response to muscular movements, and ability to recover from physical strain and…
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