Hundreds of dental professionals from across the US, Canada, and even Spain gathered in Anaheim, California, for an electrifying 2-day event. Dynamic presentations, a packed exhibit hall, and lively networking made this year’s EXPO a standout…
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FDA Issues Final Guidance on Animal Studies for Dental Bone Grafting Devices
The United States Food and Drug Administration has finalized guidance clarifying when animal studies are needed for 510(k)…
Dental Crown Aspiration Mimics Chronic Bronchitis
A 44-year-old man with a history of tobacco use experienced months of chronic cough and recurrent bronchitis, only to later…
A Dental Check Uncovers a Silent Killer in the Family Dog
A routine veterinary dental exam led to the discovery of a life-threatening gallbladder disease in a 9-year-old terrier. The case…
Unlocking the Power of Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Dentistry
PRF is transforming dental surgery with its ability to accelerate healing, fight infection, and enhance tissue regeneration — all…
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A Grassroots Approach to Expanding the Dental Workforce
A South Side Chicago clinic is redefining how dental teams are built by training future assistants right in the community they serve. With ultra-affordable certification and real-world experience, this program is growing more than careers,…
ADA Seeks Fair Treatment for Dentistry in the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
As this sweeping legislation heads to the House after passing the Senate, the American Dental Association is speaking up for dental practices, students, and patients.
Giant Alaskan Bear Gets a Crown!
When an 800-pound, 9-foot-tall bear needs dental work, it takes more than a routine appointment. Zoo staff and dental specialists teamed up for a remarkable and safe procedure to restore Tundra’s toothy grin.
Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis Face 40% Higher Risk of Severe Dental Infections, Study Finds
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis are significantly more likely to be hospitalized for serious oral infections, highlighting the need to integrate dental care into chronic disease management. A national study of more than 14 million…
Vermont Halts Dental Therapy Program, Shifts Focus to Expanding Dental Hygiene
After nearly a decade of planning, Vermont State University has officially ended development of its proposed Dental Therapy Program due to insurmountable financial and operational challenges. Instead, the university is doubling down on its…
Why Dental Hygienists Belong on the Endodontic Team
As endodontists face rising demand and growing burnout, integrating dental hygienists as co-therapists offers a smart solution to enhance care, improve efficiency, and reduce stress.
Passionate Dental Hygienist Wins the May Sunstar eBrief Giveaway!
With more than 35 years of experience in clinical practice, Susan Buchenberger, MEd, BSDH, RDH, also presents continuing education courses and serves as an adjunct faculty member at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Adams…
GBR and Growth Factors Deliver 10 mm Bone Gain Without Autograft
A recent case report in Perio Update showcases a staged guided bone regeneration (GBR) approach using a composite graft and rh-PDGF to overcome a severe ridge defect, achieving an impressive 10 mm horizontal bone gain without harvesting…
A New Addition Joins Dimensions’ Editorial Advisory Board
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is pleased to announce its newest Editorial Advisory Board member: Diana Macri, RDH, BSDH, MSEd. She is an associate professor in the Dental Hygiene Unit of the Allied Health Department at Eugenio Maria de…
How Dental Hygiene Went from Thriving to Threatened
Once flooded with too many graduates, the dental hygiene profession now faces a national workforce shortage driven by attrition, burnout, and undervaluation. As legislative changes loom and key voices go unheard, it’s time for hygienists to…
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