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!
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After nearly a decade of planning, Vermont State University has officially ended development of its proposed Dental Therapy Program…
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Karsen Springfield, a first-year dental student, merges her passion for art and science in dentistry, inspired by her dentist parents. Documenting her experiences on TikTok, she shares valuable insights and advice, reaching more than 32,000…
TikTok Does It Again With Facial Fitness Gum
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Going Back to High School to Solve Dental Workforce Shortages
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Physicians Join the Effort to Broaden Access to Dental Benefits for Adults Covered by Public…
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University of Mississippi Pioneers Oral Health Education for School-Age Children
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