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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ADHA Past President JoAnn Gurenlian Named New CMDL Chair
Dr. Gurenlian is the second elected chair of the Commission for Modernizing Dental Licensure and the first dental hygienist to lead the group.
Congratulations to the July Winner of the Sunstar Ebrief Giveaway!
Each month Dimensions of Dental Hygiene and Sunstar GUM partner to create an informative newsletter that includes a fun giveaway (you can subscribe to it here). Carolynn Zeitz, RDH, RDA, MA, is our July winner. She celebrated her 20th …
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.
National Brush Day Downloadable Materials Are NOW Available!
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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…
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