New survey data reveal encouraging oral health habits among adults and children, along with some surprising gaps that oral health professionals can help close.
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When a Workplace Injury Becomes a Dental Case
After a 2012 accident left him in a coma, a Delaware man’s dental problems eventually became the subject of a workers’ compensation…
Help Anxious Patients See the Bigger Picture
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American Ingenuity or a Broken System?
Professional guitarist Shane Parish writes an album called ‘Dental Work’ to help cover more than $5,000 of dental expenses.
ADA Announces a Collaboration on Dental Hygiene Licensure
A press release announced some sort of joint agreement between the American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental…
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Pediatricians, dental professionals, and other healthcare providers are legally mandated to report suspected child abuse and neglect, including cases involving oral and dental injuries. This clinical report emphasizes the importance of…
Celebrating Excellence With the Sunstar World Dental Hygienist Awards
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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: personalized dental-themed sweatshirt, tooth car freshie, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite oral hygiene…
The Global Oral Health Link to Systemic Health Is at a Tipping Point
Oral disease affects much more than the mouth, so why is its treatment not covered by overall healthcare?
Introducing RiteWipe™ Handpiece Cleaning Wipes
Introducing RiteWipe™ Handpiece Cleaning Wipes, a revolutionary product for cleaning dental handpieces before sterilization. Until now, there has been no specialized solutions designed specifically for the safe and effective…
Lighting the Way to Better Oral Health Through Improving Hygiene in Visually Impaired Youth
A longitudinal study published in Scientific Reports reveals how targeted oral hygiene training can significantly improve dental health in visually impaired youth, matching the progress of their sighted peers. The findings emphasize the…
Harnessing Laser Light: A Game-Changer in Ulcer Management
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is emerging as a new method for treating nonhealing ulcers by accelerating tissue repair and reducing pain without the need for drugs. Two case studies published in Cureus highlight the effectiveness of LLLT…
Tooth Fairy Tightens Purse Strings as Tradition Continues
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The ADA and ADSO Use Policy Reform to Expand Dental Care Access for Vulnerable Populations
Despite various programs aimed at improving dental care access for underserved populations, significant gaps remain, particularly for Medicaid beneficiaries and residents in rural areas. The American Dental Association’s Health Policy…
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