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…
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The American Dental Association (ADA) has announced a new interim policy on vaping, calling for a total ban on vaping products that aren’t approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for tobacco cessation purposes.
Caring for Patients With Heart Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States, claiming about 2,200 deaths daily or one death every 40 seconds. Globally, CVDs accounted for more than 17 million deaths, representing over…
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Assessing Caries Risk in Kids With Special Needs
Not all children with special health care needs are at high risk of caries, and prevention programs should be tailored to individual risk factors.
Tobacco Use Grows Among Young People
The United States Surgeon General refers to tobacco use as a pediatric disease because 90% of adult tobacco users start the habit before they turn 18. This is a concern because the current prevalence of tobacco use among young people…
Does Oral Health Affect Psoriasis?
Patients with psoriasis and poor oral health may experience more severe psoriasis symptoms than those with better oral health, according to dermatologists at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus.
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Supporting Oral Health in Patients With Spina Bifida
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Reversing Caries Lesions With SDF
Recently, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) emerged as a new chemotherapeutic option for caries management in the United States. SDF has long been used in Japan, Australia, and Argentina in caries prevention, and the value of silver ions to…
Impact of Blood Thinners on Dental Treatment
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