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Speak Out Against Expanding Anesthesia to Dental Assistants by December 18!
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California’s System of Providing Dental Care Is in Crisis
New reporting from the San Francisco Standard reveals a worsening dental hygienist shortage in California that is reshaping both…
Who Should Give the Shot? New Anesthesia Pilot for Dental Assistants Sparks…
A new California pilot program would allow dental assistants to administer local anesthesia, a move many dentists welcome for…
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Ensuring patient comfort during dental hygiene procedures is a must to guarantee a pleasant dental experience. For this reason, clinicians need to be familiar with soft-tissue anesthesia options. Read on to test your understanding of…
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Clinicians are using the dental endoscope to assist with the removal of subgingival calculus, and with good reason. The subgingival viewing system is effective in both dental hygiene and periodontal treatment. Read on to test your knowledge…
Lawsuit Pending Against Florida Dental Hygienist
A lawsuit is pending against a Florida dental hygienist who is being sued by her former employer for claiming the practice was involved in financial wrongdoing on Facebook. Here, Dimensions’ expert on ethics and risk management, Michele…
Tooth Loss May Indicate Malnutrition
Compared to the general population, older adults with only 10 to 19 teeth are more likely to be at risk for impaired oral health and malnutrition, which may adversely affect quality of life.
What Do You Know About Supporting Implant Health?
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Palmero Healthcare Launches Additional Styles of Safety Eyewear
Palmero Healthcare has announced the addition of three new styles of safety eyewear to its ProVision line. The new styles will be available January 2019.
7 Mouth Friendly Thanksgiving Dishes
Before tucking into those mashed potatoes and pie this week, consider swapping out caries-friendly foods for healthier options.
Assess Your Know-How of Treating Patients With Special Needs
Caring for patients with special needs requires pre-treatment planning and proper assessment. Read on to evaluate how much you know about providing safe and effective care to this growing population.
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