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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Rethinking Anxiety in Dentistry
As burnout and mental health challenges rise across the dental workforce, a new perspective suggests anxiety may be an adaptive…
Evidence-Based Decision-Making in Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
As new technologies and adjunctive therapies expand treatment options, clinicians must critically evaluate the evidence to select…
RDHAPs Take the Stage at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO
An expert RDHAP panel will tackle scope clarity, sustainable business models, patient access, and the future of independent dental…
A Medieval Gold Bridge Reveals the Surprising Origins of Cosmetic Dentistry
Advanced scientific analysis of a 15th–17th century skeleton uncovered evidence of an early gold dental bridge, offering rare…
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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
New research strengthens the link between gingival health and brain health.
Brush Up on Gaps in Kids’ Oral Hygiene Habits
In a national poll, parents report significant differences in children’s oral hygiene practices, with fewer boys meeting recommended standards. The findings underscore the critical role of consistent habits in preventing dental caries.
HHS Sets New Rules to Ensure Nondiscrimination in Healthcare-Related AI
The United States Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights has issued new regulations under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act to address the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. These rules aim to…
Tackling Dental Care Disparities Across the US
A new study highlights significant disparities in access to dental care in rural and underserved areas, where nearly 25 million Americans face barriers to timely treatment. Using advanced spatial accessibility methods, researchers uncover…
Juneau Demonstrates the Results of Fluoride Removal
In the two decades since Juneau, Alaska, removed fluoride from its public water, oral health professionals have observed a concerning trend: an increase in dental caries among children, according to reporting by KTOO, a nonprofit…
Addressing the Esthetic Challenges of Implant Restorations
A patient presented with dissatisfaction over an unesthetic implant-supported crown for his maxillary central incisor, compounded by thin tissue and soft tissue deficiencies. This case highlights a comprehensive approach to soft tissue…
Ultradent Introduces Opalescence™ Home Advanced Teeth Whitening
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, January 22, 2025 — Ultradent Products, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of high-tech dental materials, is announcing the release of Opalescence™ Home Advanced prefilled whitening trays, combining at-home teeth…
The Critical Link Between Oral Health and Mental Well-Being
Emerging research underscores the bidirectional connection between oral health and mental health, revealing how conditions such as periodontitis and dental pain can exacerbate anxiety and depression. Oral health professionals are uniquely…
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