The pause of Mountain Empire Community College’s dental assisting program could further strain Virginia’s dental workforce pipeline and intensify the state’s dental hygienist shortage.
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As flu and respiratory syncytial virus cases rise this season, reducing aerosols during patient care is crucial for safety. Simple steps and effective tools can help dental hygienists maintain a healthier environment for both patients and…
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In the United Kingdom, dental therapists are crucial in addressing dental care gaps, particularly for underserved populations. Trained to perform various preventive and restorative treatments, dental therapists play an essential role in…
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Gingival recession, affecting over half of adults, leads to hypersensitivity, poor esthetics, and increased risk of decay. Recognizing factors like lack of attached gingiva and biologic width violations can help prevent tissue breakdown and…
University of Washington Dentist Advocates for Dental Therapy
Dentistry has historically resisted the implementation of dental therapy, but University of Washington’s Donald Chi, DDS, PhD, is championing it as a practical solution to improve access to care. He argues that dental therapists can serve…
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