Regulatory Updates: Page 21

AdvaMed calls on CMS to open access to telehealth
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) has proposed that the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) modernize policies to offer beneficiaries more access to digital health technologies.
October 4, 2020
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1st saline oral rinse COVID-19 test gets FDA nod
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental testing specialist OralDNA Labs has received an emergency use authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its saline oral rinse COVID-19 test.
September 30, 2020
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Answering your questions about amalgam, composites, and dental insurance claims
By Kevin Henry
We spoke with Teresa Duncan in this podcast, after reading some of your comments following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's most recent guidance involving dental amalgam. The goal was to get some answers on what really changed, if anything, and to dive into the insurance nuts and bolts regarding amalgam versus other dental materials.
September 29, 2020
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OSHA cites Mass. dental practice for respiratory protection violations
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited a Georgetown, MA, dental practice for respiratory protection violations.
September 27, 2020
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FDA calls for high-risk patients to avoid dental amalgam
By Melissa Busch
Instead of recommending a complete ban of dental amalgam, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising that high-risk individuals, such as pregnant women, avoid getting these fillings "whenever possible and appropriate."
September 24, 2020
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Calif. dental practices should be ready for radiological equipment inspections
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Department of Public Health is performing regularly scheduled radiological equipment inspections during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, according to the California Dental Association.
September 13, 2020
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Nobio's antibacterial composites get FDA nod
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Nobio has received an additional 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Infinix antibacterial composites.
September 8, 2020
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Calif. expands deadline for license renewal requirements
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
California has delayed the deadline for dentists, registered dental hygienists, and registered dental assistants to file for license renewal until February 2021.
September 3, 2020
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Deadline extended for COVID-19 relief fund application
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The deadline for COVID-19 pandemic relief grants from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has been extended to September 13.
August 30, 2020
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ADA lauds bill to address health shortages, disparities
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA is supporting a bill that would address the healthcare workforce shortage and health disparities caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
August 30, 2020
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Do's and don'ts for infection control
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Dental practices have always had strict infection control protocols. However, in these times, the stakes have never been higher. Practices must stay aware of all the latest rules, regulations, and resources, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
August 23, 2020
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FDA: Some types of PPE in low supply in the U.S.
By Melissa Busch
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which is tasked with monitoring supply chains during public health emergencies, has announced that supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE), including surgical respirators, are limited due to the pandemic.
August 23, 2020
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