As more states consider adding the American Dental Association’s “oral preventive assistant,” dental hygienists assert patient care will suffer and suggest moving the profession toward self-governance.
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When a Bargain Smile Comes at a High Cost
With millions of Americans traveling abroad for cheaper dental care, a tragic case in Turkey underscores the potentially serious…
Is Povidone-Iodine the Underrated Antiseptic in Dentistry?
With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable…
Can Your Patients Hear You?
With hearing loss affecting more than 50 million Americans, oral health professionals can improve communication, reduce anxiety and…
AI May Make Chairside Diagnosis of Cognitive Impairment a Reality
New research suggests AI can analyze subtle changes in speech during routine patient-provider interactions to identify early signs…
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Everyday Hygiene Practices Reduces Risk of Infections
A recent position paper published in the American Journal of Infection Control online suggests improved everyday hygiene practices reduces the risk of common infections by up to 50%, reducing the need for antibiotics by up to 30%.
How to Avoid Counterfeit N95 Respirators
Most dental practices have gone the extra mile to procure N95 respirators for their employees, which, for many, has not been easy. However, some companies have been misleading in their claims that their N95 respirators will filter the…
CDC Issues Guidance for Dental Settings
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued updated interim infection prevention and control guidance for dental settings during the COVID-19 response on May 19, very similar to science-based guidance issued earlier in May by…
Experts Question Draft Report Linking Fluoride Exposure to Lower IQ
When a draft report suggested fluoride exposure was linked to lower IQ, experts took a closer look at the evidence.
Will Vaccine Hesitancy Hinder the Goal of Herd Immunity?
One in four Americans will not get a vaccination to prevent COVID-19 when one becomes available, according to a Reuters/Ipnos poll. Experts suggest that 70% of the United States population will need to either recover from COVID-19, creating…
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William V. Giannobile Named Dean of Harvard School of Dental Medicine
William V. Giannobile,DDS, MS, DMedSc, an educator and leader in the field of periodontology and an internationally recognized scholar in oral regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and precision medicine, has been named dean of the…
Building Strong Relationships Is Key
Becky Domagalski, RDH, makes a difference in the oral health of underserved populations by connecting them with critical dental care services.
Alternatives to Antibiotics in Oral Health Care
Pain and swelling are common complaints after many dental procedures, but there are effective strategies and products you can recommend to help your patients without the need for a prescription.
Evidence Indicates Vaping Wreaks Havoc on the Oral Cavity
Not only does vaping pose serious health risks, it can also cause big trouble in the oral cavity.
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