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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ER Dental Visits Surge as Policy Shifts Strain Access
Emergency departments across the United States are treating a growing number of serious dental problems, many of them preventable.…
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…
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Wake Tech Partners With ODU to Offer Degree Completion for Dental Hygienists
Graduates of Wake Tech’s Dental Hygiene Program can now pursue a bachelor’s degree online through a new articulation agreement with Old Dominion University.
Research Shows Smoking Profoundly Changes Oral Microbiome
Sharing the news that smoking negatively impacts the oral microbiome may help push patients toward tobacco cessation.
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Restoring Function and Aesthetics: A Full-Mouth Rehabilitation Success Story
This case study showcases the comprehensive crown lengthening treatment of a 52-year-old patient requiring full-mouth rehabilitation due to severe dental erosion and wear. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and precise surgical…
The ADA Opposes New Model Legislation in Support of Dental Therapists
As millions of Americans lack access to dental care, dental therapy is a possible solution to bridge this gap, and the American Legislative Exchange Council recently adopted model legislation to further the profession. The ADA has come out…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules No Insurance Coverage for COVID Shutdown Losses Without Physical…
In a landmark decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that a dentist is not entitled to insurance coverage for losses caused by the COVID-19 shutdown without physical damage to the property. The court emphasized that insurance…
New Immune Therapy May Improve Treatment for Periodontal Diseases
Research from the University of Pittsburgh shows that targeting the immune system with CCL2-loaded microparticles can prevent and treat periodontal diseases by reducing bone loss and promoting repair. This innovative approach offers new…
Water Fluoridation’s Declining Impact: Is It Still Worth It?
A recent Cochrane review shows that water fluoridation’s benefits in preventing tooth decay have lessened since fluoride toothpaste became widely available. While it may still reduce decay slightly in children’s teeth, the review raises…
August Sunstar Ebrief Winner Announced
Emily Klocke, RDH, has been practicing dental hygiene since 2010. She and her family reside in McGregor, Minnesota, and they love adventure! They canoe in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a 1,090,000-acre wilderness area in…
A Hygienist’s Journey From the Dental Operatory to the Bodybuilding Stage
Sherry Priami, RDH, BA, a dental hygienist and International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness professional bodybuilder, showcases an inspiring balance between her career, motherhood, and passion for bodybuilding.
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