Eastern Washington University Advances Dental Therapy Program to Strengthen Rural Oral Healthcare
EWU is moving forward with plans to launch a master’s-level dental therapy program, expanding the state’s oral health workforce and addressing persistent access gaps in rural communities. If accredited, the program would place EWU among a…
Ferris State to Launch Michigan’s First Dental Therapy Program
Ferris State University is developing Michigan’s first dental therapy education program to expand access to care in underserved communities. The move follows the state’s licensing of its first dental therapist, now practicing in the Upper…
When Infection Control Breaks Down: Lessons From a Board Sanction and a Practical Path Forward
A recent Iowa Dental Board action against a Dubuque dentist highlights how lapses in infection control can lead to financial penalties, probation, and long-term monitoring. The case underscores why designating an infection control…
Dental Hygienists Are Making an Impact in Expanded Roles
Expanded roles in dental hygiene are often framed as future possibilities tied to legislation or scope-of-practice changes, but many of these roles already exist today. From education and health communication to interdisciplinary care and…
Michigan Licenses Its First Dental Therapist, Opening a New Chapter in Care Delivery
Michigan has licensed its first dental therapist, marking a significant milestone in the state’s evolving oral health workforce. Dana Obey, DT, brings CODA-accredited training and a strong commitment to underserved communities to her new…
ADA Updates Dental Imaging Guidance for the Modern Practice
The American Dental Association has released its first major update to dental radiography recommendations in more than a decade, offering clearer guidance on when and when not to take dental X-rays. The new recommendations emphasize…
Oral Genome Point-of-Care Saliva Testing Recognized Under Newly Approved 2026 CDT Codes
Oral Genome announced today that its point-of-care, saliva-based test kits are eligible under newly approved CDT codes for 2026, marking a significant advancement in the integration of preventive saliva testing into routine dental care.…
The Great Oral Health Pitch Set for Chicago Midwinter 2026
A national competition focused on oral health innovation, will take place during the 2026 Chicago Midwinter Meeting. The event will feature live presentations from innovators seeking feedback, visibility, and advancement to a national…
Fewer Teeth, Shorter Lives?
Two large-scale studies from Japan are delivering a blunt message: oral health in older adults is closely tied to how long and how well they live. The data suggest that what happens in the mouth may predict mortality and long-term care…
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