Beginning July 1, 2026, California’s decision to limit full-scope Medi-Cal dental benefits for certain adult immigrants will reshape access to care, practice participation, and the balance between short-term savings and long-term system costs.
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As many states stall after passing dental therapy laws, Michigan moves forward with its second licensed provider.
February’s Sunstar Giveaway Winner Is Revealed
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A new memo from the North Carolina Dental Board clarifies that dentists, not CRNAs, remain fully responsible for sedation oversight, following inspection findings and heightened scrutiny after a tragic pediatric case.
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January Winner of the Sunstar ebrief Giveaway Is Announced
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What the Medical Debt Crisis Means for Dentists and Patient Care
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