As this sweeping legislation heads to the House after passing the Senate, the American Dental Association is speaking up for dental practices, students, and patients.
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Giant Alaskan Bear Gets a Crown!
When an 800-pound, 9-foot-tall bear needs dental work, it takes more than a routine appointment. Zoo staff and dental specialists…
Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis Face 40% Higher Risk of Severe Dental…
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis are significantly more likely to be hospitalized for serious oral infections, highlighting the…
Vermont Halts Dental Therapy Program, Shifts Focus to Expanding Dental Hygiene
After nearly a decade of planning, Vermont State University has officially ended development of its proposed Dental Therapy Program…
Why Dental Hygienists Belong on the Endodontic Team
As endodontists face rising demand and growing burnout, integrating dental hygienists as co-therapists offers a smart solution to…
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A Case Study in Managing Peri-Implantitis: A 5-Year Follow-Up
This case study explores the management and treatment of peri-implantitis in a 40-year-old patient 5 years post-implant loading. Detailed surgical intervention, including osseous resective surgery and the replacement of an implant abutment…
Oral Health Is a Winner in the Paris Olympics
The Paris Olympic Games featured a new initiative by the International Olympic Committee — its first-ever Oral Health Department. This groundbreaking move aimed to enhance dental care for athletes, offering them specialized services that…
Cissus Quadrangularis Shows Promise Against Antibiotic-Resistant Periodontal Bacteria
The keystone periodontal pathogen Porphyromonas gingivalis poses a significant challenge in periodontitis treatment due to its high antibiotic resistance. Recent research highlights the potential of Cissus quadrangularis extracts as a…
Preseason Dental Screenings Are Game-Changers for Athlete Health
Preventive dental screenings, though often overlooked, are becoming essential in sports, as demonstrated by the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry’s efforts with University of Texas, San Antonio football and the San Antonio Spurs.…
The Work of UB’s Dental Detectives Featured on ‘Unsolved Mysteries’
When a severed head arrived at the University at Buffalo’s (UB) dental forensics lab, no one expected the case to land them on Netflix’s “Unsolved Mysteries.” The UB team’s expertise in dental technology and forensic science uncovered…
Delta Dental’s $16.3M Grant Aims to Put a Dent in the US’ Access to Oral Healthcare Problem
Delta Dental’s Community Care Foundation has announced it will give $16.3 million in grants to enhance oral healthcare for underserved communities. This largest-ever annual funding aims to tackle critical areas including senior oral health,…
Personalized Implant Care for Optimal Longevity
Customized implant maintenance is crucial for preventing complications such as peri-implantitis. Patients with different dental and medical histories require distinct care regimens to ensure long-term success and implant health.
Laser Therapy May Offer Precise and Safe Solution for Dental Implant Decontamination
A 445 nm diode laser shows promise for effectively decontaminating dental implants while minimizing thermal damage. This study reveals that with the right settings, this laser can achieve near-total bacterial elimination without exceeding…
Legislation Posed to Provide UK Dental Hygienists and Therapists With Independent Medication…
A landmark amendment to the Human Medicines Regulations 2012 will soon grant dental hygienists and therapists in the United Kingdom the power to supply and administer medications independently. This change, driven by overwhelming public and…
New Dental School Launches Mobile Dental Clinic to Boost Student Training and Community Care
The Pacific Dental Services Foundation has donated a fully equipped mobile dental clinic to High Point University Workman School of Dental Medicine. This initiative will enable dental students to deliver vital care to underserved…
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