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
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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…
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Review Examines Efficacy of Dental Hygiene Instruments on Dental Implant Debridement
A recent study published in Cureus conducted a literature review that evaluated bacterial colonization on dental implants following the use of different hygiene instruments. The study considered a total of 19 articles published between 2012…
University of Maine Expands Its Dental Hygiene and Dental Assistant Programs
Thanks to a generous $665,000 grant from Northeast Delta Dental, the University of Maine clinic in Lewiston is set to undergo significant expansion. This grant will not only enhance education programs and facility resources but will also…
Study Investigates Patient Knowledge Regarding Oral-Systemic Link
A recent study published in Cureus investigated the knowledge level of dental patients in Saudi Arabia regarding the association between periodontal diseases and systemic health. The researchers used a questionnaire consisting of 18…
Penn Researchers Discover a New Approach to Fighting Caries
The conventional approach to combatting caries — use of fluoride therapies — is not always effective enough at mitigating the bacteria responsible for tooth decay and preventing enamel demineralization. This challenge is particularly…
Oral Healthcare Utilization Takes a Deep Dip During Pandemic
New research by Delta Dental has unveiled a concerning decrease in preventive oral healthcare services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, the study, “Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on…
Seaweed Was a Staple for Early Europeans
An analysis of fossilized dental plaque has revealed that seaweed and aquatic plants were once a staple food for ancient Europeans, challenging previous assumptions about their diets. This research, published in the journal Nature…
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BURST® Oral Care Launches New Products
To further its mission of bringing better oral hygiene to all, BURST Oral Care is proud to introduce the Pro Sonic Toothbrush and Curve Sonic Toothbrush to market. Featuring innovative designs and new technology, both brushes were created…
Elevating Dental Hygiene Excellence and Beyond
Jill Rethman, RDH, BA, has a candid discussion with Shannon Richkowski, RDH, on the transformative power of dental hygiene, effective communication, and beating burnout in clinical practice.
Combining Dental Care and Literacy for Low-Income Children
The pediatric dental clinics associated with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s (UTHSC) College of Dentistry are providing more than just dental care to children. They have partnered with the Ella Fitzgerald Charitable…
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