Emergency departments across the United States are treating a growing number of serious dental problems, many of them preventable. Experts say workforce shortages, pandemic-related oral health setbacks, and recent policy changes affecting Medicaid…
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Tackling Substance Use and Mental Health in Dental Care
Simple screening tools and brief interventions can help dental teams identify substance use and mental health risks.
Utah Opens Hospital Doors to Dental Hygienists
Utah has passed new legislation expanding where dental hygienists can practice, officially adding hospitals to the state’s…
A Pan, a Hunch, and a Life Saved
A routine panoramic X-ray turned into a potentially life-saving moment when a dentist spotted suspicious calcifications near a…
Resolution Defends Fluoridation as Florida Ban Sparks National Debate
A new congressional resolution urges states to maintain scientifically recommended fluoride levels in public drinking water…
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Flossing May Cut Stroke Risk
New research suggests that regular flossing may significantly reduce the risk of ischemic stroke, particularly cardioembolic stroke, and atrial fibrillation (AF). Over 25 years, participants who flossed regularly showed a lower incidence of…
Premier Dental® Introduces PremierAir® Titanium Implant Scalers
Plymouth Meeting, PA, February 3, 2025 – Premier Dental® Products Company proudly announces the launch of PremierAir® Titanium Implant Scalers. The line is expertly crafted for comprehensive implant maintenance. These medical-grade,…
Septodont Inc. and Premier Dental Announce the Launch of BufferPro™
Lancaster, PA, January 31, 2025 – Septodont Inc., a global leader in dental anesthetic products, and Premier Dental, a renowned provider of innovative dental solutions, are pleased to announce the product launch of BufferPro™ 8.4% sodium…
Study Examines Fluoride Exposure and Children’s IQ
A new meta-analysis found an inverse association between fluoride exposure and children's IQ, though uncertainties remain, particularly at lower fluoride levels in drinking water. The findings highlight the need for further research to…
Buffalo Dental Residents Vote to Unionize
Following a similar move by University at Buffalo medical residents, 24 of the School of Dental Medicine’s 27 dental residents signed union cards in an effort to improve their working conditions.
W&H Renews Partnership with ADS as a 2025 Super Sponsor
W&H is proud to announce its continued support of the Association for Dental Safety (ADS) by renewing its membership as a Super Sponsor for 2025
A Comprehensive Approach to Implant Soft Tissue Management
A complex soft tissue defect around a maxillary implant was successfully treated using a modified coronally advanced tunnel technique with a connective tissue graft. By combining precise surgical and prosthetic protocols, clinicians…
Ensuring Access to Care for Those Who Need It Most
Angela Settle, RDH, BSDH, BS, turned her passion for community health into action by helping establish a dental program at the Moab Free Health Clinic. Her dedication to increasing access to oral healthcare earned her a Utah Rural Impact…
Enter to Win Our Sunstar Ebrief Giveaway!
Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: personalized jewelry dish, dental hygienist necklace, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite oral hygiene aids…
Oral Hygiene Emerging as Key to Reducing Cognitive Decline
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