With the pain of untreated dental disease in his rearview mirror, Shimirimana Eliya, RDH, BS, is ready to promote oral health across the globe.

Experts agree that oral health care is imperative for pregnant and post-partum women. Yet, many don’t receive it

It’s no secret that many grandparents enjoy spoiling their grandchildren. But when they do it with sugary or carb-laden treats, it can give new meaning to the term “spoiled rotten.”

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo signed Senate Bill 310 into law on June 15, 2023. The legislation enables the licensure of expanded function dental assistants (EFDAs) and the practice of restorative dental therapy and prescribing capabilities…

Tammy Kalsow, DMD, a dentist and former dental hygienist in Madison, Wisconsin, has always loved the TV gameshow “Wheel of Fortune,” and has been a dedicated viewer since childhood. Twenty years ago, she began applying to become a…

Virginia is one of the few states to offer dental benefits to adults covered by Medicaid; however, a shortage of dentists means that many Medicaid enrollees go without professional dental services. One of the most significant issues is…

Joi Cymone, a social media influencer, took to TikTok to share that what she earns working 1 week as a waitress is double the amount she makes in 2 weeks working full-time as a dental assistant. She is employed during the week at an…

The demand for oral health professionals continues to grow and Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM) in Hawthorne, New York, is doing its part. The college is giving prospective students a chance to see what dental school is really like…

Ascertaining the exact etiology of endodontic-periodontal lesions is no easy feat.

On June 13, legislation was introduced that would improve access to dental care for veterans with chronic health problems such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The bill “Improving Whole Health for Veterans with Chronic Conditions…