California’s AB 1952 would allow internationally trained dentists to become licensed dental hygienists without completing a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program. While supporters cite workforce shortages, dental hygienists argue the proposal…
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IHS Says Goodbye to Amalgam Fillings
The Indian Health Service will phase out mercury-containing dental amalgam fillings by 2027, accelerating a shift already underway…
20 Years of Protecting Children’s Smiles
A National Children’s Dental Health Month call to strengthen access to care for underserved children.
Winner of the December Sunstar eBrief Giveaway Announced
Congratulations to the December winner of the Sunstar eBrief Giveaway, Shanin Peck, RDH, MA, ECPII. A professor and senior…
The Cross-Border Dental Boom Is Reshaping US Practice Economics
1.3 million Americans went to Mexico for care. Here’s why oral health professionals should be paying attention.
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Explore the intricate relationship between diabetes and periodontal breakdown, discovering key insights that can revolutionize treatment strategies and enhance patient outcomes.
Sale of Property for Arkansas’ First Dental School Falls Apart
The proposed sale of a Little Rock, Arkansas-based campus for Lyon College’s upcoming dental and veterinary schools has collapsed as OneHealth Companies, the school's partner, missed the deadline to purchase the Heifer International…
Study Investigates Role of Experiential Service Learning in Dental Education
A recent study explored the use of experiential service learning — an approach that encourages students to apply their knowledge base as well as critical thinking to effectively manage a community health problem — in dental education,…
UB Study Investigates Chlorhexidine’s Effect on Diabetes-Related Inflammation
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University at Buffalo (UB) in New York explored the connection between periodontal diseases and diabetes, discovering an effective strategy to reduce inflammation among patients with diabetes.…
NYU Offers a New Dental Hygiene Degree as a Stepping Stone to Dental School
The New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry is launching a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene With a Concentration in Dental Science, offering students a versatile path for careers in dental hygiene and providing a foundation for…
New Antibiotic Emerges That May Be Capable of Fighting Off Drug-Resistant Bacteria
Researchers have identified a new antibiotic, zosurabalpin, that shows promise in effectively killing carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB), a drug-resistant superbug. CRAB is a major concern globally as it causes severe…
Video of Dental Hygienist Discussing Nail Salon Sterilization Techniques Goes Viral
A dental hygienist known on TikTok as @jessica_marierdhap created a video to help those who visit nail salons ensure the instruments used are sterilized. She shows a package of instruments within a plastic pouch as is typically seen in nail…
Insights Into Healing Phases and Tissue Adaptations of Crown Lengthening
Explore the intricate phases of healing and tissue adaptations post-crown lengthening procedures, delving into factors influencing gingival margin changes, optimal timing for final restorations, and the delicate balance between functional…
Nebraska Strives to Improve Dental Care Delivery for Medicaid Beneficiaries
Nebraska Medicaid, in collaboration with dental professionals statewide, plans significant enhancements to dental care effective January 1, 2024. The proposed changes target expanded services and increased efficiency for Medicaid…
Dentistry Mourns the Loss of Harold C. Slavkin, DDS
Harold C. Slavkin, DDS, a tremendous contributor to dental education, dental research, and oral health promotion, passed away on December 22, 2023. A professor emeritus and dean emeritus at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry,…
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