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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Study Shows Teens Are Totally Stressed by the Dental Office
A study presented at the European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Congress in Gothenburg, Sweden, uncovers the hidden stress levels in children during dental treatments. Researchers used advanced sensor technology to monitor hand movements…
Survey Suggests Patients Would Like to Discuss Diet at the Dental Office
A new study delves into patients’ perspectives on integrating nutritional counseling within dental settings. Surveying more than 300 participants across various dental practices, the research unveils a resounding acceptance of nutritionists…
Sweet Solutions: How Fruit Roll-Ups Can Improve Panoramic Radiography Quality
Fruit roll-ups aren’t just for kids’ lunches anymore! A new study shows that using these sweet treats can significantly reduce errors in panoramic radiography, ensuring clearer images and better dental diagnostics.
Failure of Mini Implants: A Case Report
This case report highlights the complications and ultimate failure of using mini implants to replace a single mandibular first molar.
With Dental Data Stuck in ‘Proprietary Silos,’ ADA Calls for More Inclusion in Federal Health IT…
The Federal Health Information Technology (IT) Strategic Plan for 2024–2030 is designed to help the federal government boost health outcomes for all Americans. Goals of the plan include promoting health and wellness, improving the…
Marquette Dental Graduates Pioneer Diploma Privilege in Wisconsin, Expediting Licensing Process
Marquette University School of Dentistry marked a historic milestone as it celebrated the first recipients of diploma privilege in the field of dentistry within the State of Wisconsin. Diploma privilege is a policy allowing graduates from…
Flawed Fluoride Study Sparks Misinformation: Experts Defend Community Water Fluoridation
The recently published MADRES study in JAMA Network Open examined the potential association between maternal urinary fluoride levels and behavioral outcomes in their 3-year-old children, focusing on a small cohort of predominantly Latino…
The Shils Fund Partners with Top Leaders in the Oral Health Community to Deliver Co-Sponsored Awards…
YOU COULD BE OUR NEXT AWARD WINNER!
The Shils Fund welcomes dental entrepreneurs, students, and practitioners nationwide to submit a 3-5 minute video proposal showcasing innovative oral healthcare ideas or solutions that advance oral…
Recipients Awarded New Dental Infection Control Scholarship
A total of 45 dental professionals were awarded the ADS-DANB-DALE Foundation Andrew Whitehead Education and Certification Scholarship.
The scholarship provides infection prevention and control education and certification to individuals…
How Private Equity Is Reshaping Dentistry: What Every Dental Professional Needs to Know
Private equity is revolutionizing the dental industry, offering lucrative opportunities but also introducing new challenges for dental practice owners. Learn how to navigate this evolving landscape to maximize your practice’s value and…
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