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A Fast Track to Dental Careers
Colleges are exploring new educational pathways to strengthen the dental workforce amid persistent staffing shortages.
Could the Dental Office Be the Next Stop for HPV Vaccination?
A new legislative push in West Virginia may empower dentists and dental hygienists to administer the vaccine, eliminating an extra…
The Warning Signs of Blood Disorders Hiding in the Mouth
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What Really Works in Periodontal Therapy?
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Studies Link Oral Health to Psoriasis Severity
Links between oral health and systemic health are indisputable. In periodontal inflammation, dental hygienists may find indication of autoimmune disorders such as psoriasis—and vice versa.
CDC Reports More than 15% of US Adults Are Physically Inactive
New data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals more than 15% of adults across all states and territories are physically inactive.
Does Nicotine Exposure Increase Caries Risk?
Smoking is a global and national health problem and is one of the most significant health risks that impacts all age groups. Much research has been conducted on the association between dental caries and smoking. A growing number of studies…
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.
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