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Colleges are exploring new educational pathways to strengthen the dental workforce amid persistent staffing shortages.
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Currently more than 20 states have implemented some form of a shelter in place order, and for the majority, this extends to dental offices as well. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that only emergency treatment be provided.…
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As the number of cases of COVID-19 continues to rise at a rapid pace, public health experts warn that a shortage of medical personnel may be on the horizon. New York’s Department of Health is currently asking retired physicians to come back…
Mouthguards Do More Than Prevent Dental Trauma
Using a mouthguard while playing ice hockey does more than protect the athlete from dental trauma, according to a study that found athletic mouthguard use also reduces the risk of concussion.
Your Check May Be in the Mail Soon
Economic relief for many Americans is soon to be on its way. The United States government is planning to send checks or direct deposits (depending on how you filed your 2018 or 2019 taxes) to support all Americans due to the impact of…
Jaw Disorders Are Common, But Care Is Fragmented and Evidence-Based Approaches Are Needed, Says New…
Although less invasive and more evidence-based approaches are available for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) some dentists continue to rely on aggressive or costly procedures as a first-line treatment, says a new report from the National…
Stability of Coronavirus Supports Success of a Possible Vaccination
While scientists note that the creation of a viable vaccine for the novel coronavirus is 12 to 18 months away, those studying its genetic code have found the virus to be relatively stable, meaning it does not change significantly when…
More Than 200 Products Added to Disinfectants Effective Against SARS-CoV-2
On March 25, 2020, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) added more than 200 EPA-registered disinfectant products to the list of those that are effective against the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. Forty products made the cut after…
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Early childhood caries (ECC) is a multifactorial disease with etiological factors being enamel hypoplasia, elevated levels of cariogenic bacteria, and the metabolism of fermentable carbohydrates, which produce acid to demineralize teeth.
Coronavirus May Live on Surfaces for Days
Recent research published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that the novel coronavirus can remain viable in aerosols for up 3 hours, on copper for up to 4 hours, on cardboard up to 24 hours, and on plastic and stainless steel…
BURST Oral Care Offers Support to Dental Professionals Facing Unique Difficulty with COVID-19
BURST is assisting these dental professionals whose offices have either closed temporarily, or remain open but then put them at risk through close contact, potential contamination of saliva, and shortage of protective equipment during the…
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