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As many states stall after passing dental therapy laws, Michigan moves forward with its second licensed provider.
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Master’s-Level Dental Therapy Program Opens at Pacific University
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Is the Affordable Care Act Coming to Dentistry?
It is no secret that accessing dental care in the United States can be a struggle for many, leaving a large number of Americans without regular oral healthcare or effective treatment for dental emergencies. A recent article in USA Today…
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In today's digital age, social media has become an integral aspect of daily life, shaping not only how we interact but also how we perceive ourselves. A survey conducted by Forbes Health in collaboration with OnePoll, involving 2,000 United…
Breaking the Silence: Senate Takes Aim at America’s Dental Crisis with Eye-Opening Testimony
In a landmark hearing before the Senate HELP Committee, led by Chairman Bernie Sanders and ranking member Bill Cassidy, oral health stakeholders and dental professionals delivered compelling testimony on the staggering disparities in dental…
The Application of Short Dental Implants in Modern Dentistry
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Veterans With PTSD Are Also at High Risk of Poor Oral Health
Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often experience poor oral health as well. Unfortunately, these veterans do not always have access to professional dental care services. The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA)…
University of Missouri-Kansas City Offers a Pathway for International Dentists
The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) School of Dentistry has initiated an advanced standing dental education program, offering a pathway for international dentists to practice in the United States. This program, launched in…
Colorado Dental Succeeds in Increasing Medicaid Reimbursement for Some Dental Procedures
The Colorado Dental Association lobbied hard to get state legislators to increase Medicaid reimbursement for dental procedures and those efforts recently came to fruition. Colorado Governor Polis signed off on the state’s fiscal year…
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