A newly proposed federal rule would reinstate a prohibition preventing routine adult dental services from being included as an essential health benefit under the Affordable Care Act. If finalized, the policy could limit states’ ability to…

Understanding the role of macro- and micronutrients empowers oral health professionals to help patients reduce inflammation, strengthen tissues, and protect against periodontitis.

A.T. Still University announces Kneka Smith, EdD, MPH, ’19, as Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health dean

Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: personalized set of dental hygienist tote bags, funny dental-themed candle, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene notebook, and samples of your…

A national poll finds more than one in three children have experienced oral health problems in the past 2 years, closely tied to inconsistent self-care. The findings reinforce the critical role dental hygienists play in improving adherence,…

Under the vision of Brionna Watson, MPA, RDH, the Community College of Baltimore County is launching a first-of-its-kind virtual reality dental hygiene lab, bringing immersive simulation to clinical training.

AB 1952 proposes the development of an alternative licensure process for internationally trained dentists to work as dental hygienists in California. Now more than ever, dental hygienists must advocate for their profession, and California…

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Dental Hygiene Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently launched a symbolic new tradition by hosting its inaugural white coat ceremony. “The ceremony represents far more than the presentation of…

The United States Coast Guard has partnered with the University of Minnesota to integrate dental therapists into its healthcare delivery model. The 5-year initiative aims to address provider shortages, strengthen operational readiness, and…

Dental hygienist wages climbed again in 2025, with national averages nearing $49 per hour and top markets pushing well above $65.