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The Future of Oral Health Care Delivery

Jan 21, 2019

The dental care delivery system is evolving, putting the dental therapist center stage in the next generation of oral health care.

New Law Will Improve Access to Oral Health Care for Underserved Patients

Dec 14, 2018

Congress has passed the bipartisan legislation Action for Dental Health Act, which will help improve access to oral health services for underserved communities.

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Grant Helps Organization Provide Dental Care to Washingtonians

Oct 5, 2018

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, New York, has awarded a $125,000 grant to the nonprofit organization Dental Lifeline Network (DLN) to address the many patients currently waiting to receive oral health care in the state of…

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Improving The Effectiveness of Self-Care Regimens

Aug 11, 2016

What is the best daily oral hygiene routine for patients with periodontal attachment loss?

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Consortium Grants to Research Childhood Oral Health Disparities

Apr 17, 2016

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is awarding more than $7 million in first-year funding to 10 research grants designed to eliminate inequalities in access to dental care among children.

Editor's Note

You Can Do Amazing Things

Jul 17, 2014

I recently attended the California Dental Hygienists' Association's spring meeting in Anaheim.

Orthodontics

Promote Oral Hygiene During Orthodontic Treatment

Jul 8, 2014

In order to prevent decalcification, caries, and gingivitis—common occurrences during appliance therapy—patients must improve their self-care regimens.

Miscellaneous

Provide Comprehensive Care for Patients with Marfan Syndrome

Jun 5, 2014

Dental hygienists can support the early diagnosis and effective treatment of this genetic disorder.

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