A California pilot program proposing to allow expanded function dental assistants to administer local anesthesia threatens to blur critical lines in education, training, and patient safety. Dental hygienists must make their voices heard about this…
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California’s System of Providing Dental Care Is in Crisis
New reporting from the San Francisco Standard reveals a worsening dental hygienist shortage in California that is reshaping both…
Who Should Give the Shot? New Anesthesia Pilot for Dental Assistants Sparks…
A new California pilot program would allow dental assistants to administer local anesthesia, a move many dentists welcome for…
Florida Moves Toward Dental Therapy
Florida lawmakers are considering a bill to create a dental therapist role to provide preventive and routine restorative care.…
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Recipients of the 2024 William J. Gies Awards Are Announced
The American Dental Education Association (ADEA)Gies Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2024 William J. Gies Awards for Vision, Innovation, and Achievement in the field of oral health and dental education. These awards, named…
Simulation Workshop Ensures Future Dentists Are Prepared to Treat Older Adults
As people age, natural wear and biological changes affect the dentition and oral cavity, including slower cell renewal, thinner connective tissue, and reduced bone density. Gingiva may recede, exposing tooth roots and increasing caries…
The Number of Women Dentists Grows Exponentially
Women in the United States have made significant strides in pursuing high-paying occupations over the past few decades, but they still face challenges in achieving parity in these fields. According to a recent study by the Pew Research…
Study Investigates Antibiotic Resistance Patterns of P. Gingivalis
A new study out of Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia evaluated the antibiotic resistance patterns of Porphyromonas gingivalis, a major pathogen in periodontal disease. The research highlighted several key findings.…
Surgical Intervention to Treat Obesity Leads to Higher Caries Risk
A study conducted at the University of Gothenburg found that individuals who undergo surgical treatment for severe obesity face an increased risk of dental caries and a decline in oral health. The research aimed to assess the oral health of…
Optimizing Gingival Graft Healing
The use of palatal stents and collagen dressing can significantly improve patient comfort, accelerate healing, and reduce complications in gingival graft procedures.
Pennsylvania Considers Adding Dental Care Back Into Medicaid Program
Pennsylvania lawmakers are aiming to reinstate Medicaid coverage for most forms of dental care, addressing a gap in oral healthcare services created in 2011 when changes to the state's Medical Assistance Program restricted coverage for…
Oral Health Is Key to Endangered Wolves’ Survival
The endangered red wolf, a unique species native only to the United States, is making a slow but hopeful comeback, thanks to a carefully managed breeding and reintroduction program that includes special attention to the wolves’ dental…
VCU Receives Grant to Encourage New Generation of Dental Educators
The Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry in Richmond has secured a $970,000 grant from the United States Health Resources and Services Administration for the Dental Faculty Loan Repayment Program (DFLRP). This 5-year…
Introducing a New High-Volume Evacuation Mirror
Nu-Bird Design & Manufacturing, Maple Valley, Washington, has introduced the Banchi, an ergonomic high-volume evacuation (HVE) mirror that comes with the on/off valve integrated into the handle. Clinicians now can enjoy easier airflow…
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