A newly validated survey reveals mixed patient attitudes toward dentists and dental hygienists administering vaccines while highlighting the profession's growing role in disease prevention and public health.
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Stopping Early Childhood Caries Before It Starts
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Trump Administration Pushes States Toward Mercury-Free Dentistry
A new federal initiative encourages state Medicaid programs to phase out coverage of dental amalgam, signaling a potential shift in…
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A new drug is showing promise in treating some of the most challenging types of cancers.
National Dental Research Network Offers More Opportunities for Clinicians to Conduct Studies
Additional funds have been greenlighted to support dental practice-based investigative partnerships in specialty fields.
USC Reshapes Dental Hygiene Program
The Dental Hygiene Program at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, University of Southern California in Los Angeles, recently underwent several changes to better serve a new generation of students.
‘We Believe in Smiles’ Campaign Marks Day 1,000
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then the "We Believe in Smiles™" campaign has just posted its one-millionth reminder of the magic of a healthy smile.
Managing Periodontal Diseases
The standard clinical periodontal examination begins with the evaluation of clinical and radiographic signs and symptoms—after taking a medical and dental history—to determine the extent and severity of gingival and periodontal tissue…
Helping Your Patients Reduce Stain
The polishing of natural teeth and restorations is integral to the standard prophylaxis performed by dental hygienists. While the factors involved in stain accumulation have changed, patients still desire the clean, smooth feeling provided…
Using Lasers in Pediatric Dentistry
Safety is imperative when utilizing lasers in clinical practice. Protective eyewear is essential for the patient, provider, dental team members, and others observing the procedure.
New Ortek ECD Helps Diagnosis Suspicious Occlusal Lesions
Ortek Therapeutics has introduced The Ortek-ECD™, a revolutionary caries detection device specifically designed to detect early occlusal cavitated lesions.
Report: Utahns Visited EDs for Oral Health Issues More Often than Dental Offices
A report published by the Utah Department of Health Oral Health Program suggests the area’s dental provider shortage is causing more residents to seek dental care in the emergency department than dental offices
How Dental Therapists Are Improving Oral Health Outcomes for Alaska Native Communities
A new study indicates dental therapists practicing in the Yukon-Kuskokwim (YK) Delta region of Alaska are achieving intended outcomes, expanding access to care, helping to prevent oral disease, and improving quality of life.
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