A South Side Chicago clinic is redefining how dental teams are built by training future assistants right in the community they serve. With ultra-affordable certification and real-world experience, this program is growing more than careers, it's…
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ADA Seeks Fair Treatment for Dentistry in the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
As this sweeping legislation heads to the House after passing the Senate, the American Dental Association is speaking up for dental…
Giant Alaskan Bear Gets a Crown!
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Patients with rheumatoid arthritis are significantly more likely to be hospitalized for serious oral infections, highlighting the…
Vermont Halts Dental Therapy Program, Shifts Focus to Expanding Dental Hygiene
After nearly a decade of planning, Vermont State University has officially ended development of its proposed Dental Therapy Program…
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Knowledge of HIV Shown to Be Lacking Among Oral Health Professionals
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Siu Dental Hygiene Students Get Specialized Laser, Community Dentistry Certifications
CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Southern Illinois University Carbondale students were amazed and excited as they aimed their lasers for the first time at chicken wings, carrots, tomatoes and hot dogs. The tasty treats were actually tools the senior…
February Sunstar Ebrief Giveaway Recipient Announced
Congratulations to Brittney Silberbauer, CDA, RDH, who is the February winner of the Sunstar Ebrief Giveaway! She will receive a cute dental hygienist wristlet, dental hygienist iced coffee glass, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and…
Veneer Technicians Are a Dangerous New Trend
From tooth filing to do-it-yourself orthodontics, social media has promoted some unusual dental trends in the past, but this may take the cake: veneer technicians. People claiming to have completed a certificate program granting them status…
Salivary Testing Program Launched to Support the Oral Health of Those With Special Needs
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Dental Hygiene Excellence With an International Flair
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