Dental Therapists: Page 6

ADHA supports creation of dental hygiene therapists in Maine

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) is applauding the creation of a dental hygiene therapist license in Maine, after Gov. Paul LePage signed the bill into law on April 28.

May 1, 2014

Maine governor signs bill creating new license for dental therapists

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Maine Gov. Paul LePage has signed a bill into law that establishes a new license for dental hygiene therapists in the state.

April 28, 2014

Maine Legislature approves dental therapist bill

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Maine Legislature has approved a midlevel dental therapist bill, which is expected to be signed by Gov. Paul LePage.

April 20, 2014

England's chief dental officer advocates for dental therapists

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

England's chief dental officer, Dr. Barry Cockcroft, is advocating a greater role for dental therapists, saying they will help reduce waiting lists for patients.

April 13, 2014

Dental therapists bill advances in Maine Legislature

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Maine lawmakers have approved an amended version of a measure that would create midlevel dental therapists who could perform routine oral health procedures.

March 5, 2014

Report: Minn. dental therapists are making an impact

By Rob Goszkowski

Dental therapists are having a positive impact in several areas in Minnesota, according to a preliminary progress report by the state's health department and dental board issued to the state Legislature. However, the Minnesota Dental Association says it's too early to tell.

March 5, 2014

Dental therapists' value measured by Pew report participant

By John T. Powers

In this Second Opinion column, Dr. John T. Powers responds to questions about a Pew study that focused on how he integrated a dental therapist into his private practice. As with any report, the Pew study did not include every detail, so Dr. Powers wants to offer some additional information to help answer any questions. He also explains what he sees in his community and why the decision made financial sense.

February 24, 2014

In response to the Pew report on dental therapists

By Thomas Ward, DMD, MPH

In this Second Opinion column, Thomas Ward, DMD, MPH, acknowledges the great work the Pew Charitable Trusts does, but on reading its report on dental therapists, he finds some crucial details missing.

February 19, 2014

Pew report: Dental therapists increase profits, patients

By Donna Domino

Dental therapists increased profits, patient visits, and the number of new patients at two practices, one in the U.S. and one in Canada, according to a new Pew report. The dentists who hired them praised their abilities, noting that the therapists allow them to do more complex procedures.

February 17, 2014

Maine moves closer to approving dental therapist bill

By Donna Domino

Maine may become the next state to approve midlevel dental providers after the state Senate approved a bill to license dental hygiene therapists who could perform routine oral health procedures after receiving additional training.

February 3, 2014

Maine House backs dental therapist program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Maine House has voted in favor of a bill allowing midlevel dental therapists to practice in the state.

January 29, 2014

Report: Hygienists increase access to care, especially for poor kids

By Donna Domino

Dental hygienists can play a critical role in improving access to high-quality services, especially for underserved populations and children, according to a new report by the National Governors Association. But restrictive state rules, particularly regarding supervision and Medicaid reimbursement, limit their ability to provide a range of services.

January 22, 2014

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