A Minnesota mother’s routine prophylaxis turned into an online parenting flashpoint after her dentist’s office sent a letter asking her not to bring her four young children to future visits. The viral episode has sparked widespread discussion about…
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A new study reveals that mitochondria from human dental pulp stem cells can restore cellular energy, reduce oxidative stress, and…
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Both fixed and removable implant-supported prostheses can restore comfort, function, and confidence in edentulous patients when…
Why Low Medicaid Rates Are Driving Dentists Away
Across Alabama and much of the country, dentists face an impossible choice: continue serving low-income Medicaid patients at a…
California Expands Access to Dental Care for People With Autism
A new California law will equip oral health professionals with specialized training to better serve individuals with developmental…
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This case study showcases the comprehensive crown lengthening treatment of a 52-year-old patient requiring full-mouth rehabilitation due to severe dental erosion and wear. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and precise surgical…
The ADA Opposes New Model Legislation in Support of Dental Therapists
As millions of Americans lack access to dental care, dental therapy is a possible solution to bridge this gap, and the American Legislative Exchange Council recently adopted model legislation to further the profession. The ADA has come out…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules No Insurance Coverage for COVID Shutdown Losses Without Physical…
In a landmark decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that a dentist is not entitled to insurance coverage for losses caused by the COVID-19 shutdown without physical damage to the property. The court emphasized that insurance…
New Immune Therapy May Improve Treatment for Periodontal Diseases
Research from the University of Pittsburgh shows that targeting the immune system with CCL2-loaded microparticles can prevent and treat periodontal diseases by reducing bone loss and promoting repair. This innovative approach offers new…
Water Fluoridation’s Declining Impact: Is It Still Worth It?
A recent Cochrane review shows that water fluoridation’s benefits in preventing tooth decay have lessened since fluoride toothpaste became widely available. While it may still reduce decay slightly in children’s teeth, the review raises…
August Sunstar Ebrief Winner Announced
Emily Klocke, RDH, has been practicing dental hygiene since 2010. She and her family reside in McGregor, Minnesota, and they love adventure! They canoe in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a 1,090,000-acre wilderness area in…
A Hygienist’s Journey From the Dental Operatory to the Bodybuilding Stage
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ADA Foundation to Launch the Give Veterans A Smile Program
CHICAGO, October 2, 2024 — The ADA Foundation (ADAF) will launch Give Veterans A Smile (GVAS), a new initiative to help address veterans’ unmet oral health needs, at SmileCon® 2024, October 17-19, the American Dental Association’s (ADA)…
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