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Senate Bill 283 authorizes Delaware dental hygienists to provide additional preventive services, expand access to care, and…
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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
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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…
CDA Launches Relief Fund for Oral Health Professionals Affected by LA Wildfires
The California Dental Association Foundation is providing disaster relief grants and accepting donations to support dentists and dental team members impacted by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. With recovery efforts underway, the…
How Digital Influence Is Reshaping Esthetic Dentistry
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