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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NSK America, the Japanese manufacturer of dental equipment, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking updates to the all-new Ti-Max Z2 Series of Air Turbine dental handpieces. Redefining the standards of dental care, the Ti-Max Z2…
TempMee Announces Hero Award to Honor Dental Hygienists Throughout National Dental Hygiene Month
Celebrated each October, National Dental Hygiene Month honors the work and dedication of dental hygienists while raising awareness for oral health. TempMee, an industry leading dental staffing marketplace app, has announced its “TempMee…
Precision Instrument Selection for Effective Burnished Calculus Removal
Learn how to choose the right dental instruments and techniques for successful removal of stubborn burnished calculus deposits in various pocket depths and shapes.
Researcher Aims to Bridge the Gap Between Oral and Systemic Health
Sarah E. Raskin, PhD, an associate professor at the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University, is passionate about oral health and its connection to overall health. Dedicated to…
South Dakota Opens Application Period for Student Loan Repayment Program
The South Dakota Department of Health will open the 2023 application period for the State Loan Repayment Program on October 2. This initiative is designed to attract those interested in providing dental and medical care to underserved…
Manufacturer of Suboxone Is Sued for Dental Side Effects
Suboxone, a medication used to treat opioid addiction, was approved for use by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002. In 2022, the FDA issued a warning regarding Suboxone’s increased risk for dental side effects,…
A Dentist and an Endodontist Open a Candy Shop in Seattle
Oh, the irony! General dentist Ty Etheridge, DDS, and endodontist Jake Weissman, DDS, MSD, recently opened a candy shop named Mad Candy in the Madrona neighborhood of Seattle. Filled with glass jars of various confections, the brightly…
New Data Reveal Discrimination and Socioeconomic Factors Fuel Oral Health Disparities in the US
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health has released new data highlighting the significant impact of discrimination and socioeconomic factors on oral health disparities in the United States. The survey reveals that adults who have faced…
Dental Therapy Program Still Nonexistent in Vermont
Vermont State University had ambitious plans to establish a dental therapy program. However, despite 7 years and an investment of more than $2.5 million, the program remains unrealized, as revealed in an investigation by the Vermont state…
IFDH to Hold Global Oral Health Summit
The International Federation of Dental Hygienists is holding its Global Oral Heath Summit November 4. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experts across the globe about advocacy, sustainability and making an impact in your community.…
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