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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University of New England’s Dental Hygiene Program Honored for Community Service Partnership
The University of New England’s Dental Hygiene Department has been awarded “Partnership of the Year” for its collaborative efforts with the Opportunity Alliance, bringing essential dental care to low-income families in Portland, Maine.…
How Oral Health Deterioration in Aging Adults Highlights the Need for Integrated Care
As the global population ages, a recent study emphasizes the connection between oral health and overall well-being in older adults. Dental hygienists are essential in promoting integrated care to improve the quality of life for aging…
5 Changes to Make Your Practice More Sustainable
With rising concerns about climate change, dental practices can contribute to sustainability through small, effective actions. From reducing transportation emissions to minimizing single-use plastics, these strategies help make dental care…
Low-Income Seniors Face Dental Care Gap
Despite offering supplemental dental benefits, Medicare Advantage plans are leaving lower-income seniors struggling with high out-of-pocket costs for essential dental, vision, and hearing services. New research reveals that even top-rated…
ADHA Takes Stand on Scaling, Airway Health, and Pushes Back Against ADA Resolutions
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) has introduced interim policies on scaling procedures and airway health screenings, pushing for advanced education and expanded roles for dental hygienists. These policies, set for official…
Supporting the Musculoskeletal Health of a New Generation of Dental Hygienists
Jessica Suedbeck, RDH, BSDH, MS, shares insights on her research and dedication to improving ergonomics for dental hygienists to ensure they enjoy a long, healthy career.
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: floral dental hygienist sweatshirt, personalized tooth glitter pen, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite oral…
NYU Dentistry to Host Disability and Health Policy Symposium—Nov. 13
Third AHEAD symposium invites policymakers, health professionals, and the disability community to the table to discuss improving oral health care for people with disabilities
The Critical Connection Between Endodontic and Periodontal Pathology
There’s growing agreement that endodontic infections can lead to periodontal issues, especially when abscess pressures create sinus tracts into the periodontal ligament. However, periodontal diseases rarely cause pulpal necrosis unless the…
Top 3 Tips for Knowing When to Replace Your Ultrasonic Inserts/Tips
Dental hygienists rely on their instruments to provide safe, effective care. Over time, ultrasonic inserts and tips (UITs) can wear down, reducing their efficiency and potentially causing discomfort to patients as well as putting…
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