A new rule allows qualified 16- and 17-year-olds to work as registered dental assistants, creating an earlier workforce pipeline while maintaining education, registration, and supervision requirements.
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Proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule could require stronger cybersecurity protections, more detailed documentation, and…
Redefining the Dental Hygienist’s Role in Whole-Body Healthcare
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Study Explores Patient Acceptance of Vaccines in the Dental Office
A newly validated survey reveals mixed patient attitudes toward dentists and dental hygienists administering vaccines while…
Stopping Early Childhood Caries Before It Starts
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