Practice Trends: Page 13

'We all have magic inside': How to get out of your rut

By Theresa Pablos

We all have magic within us, noted Shari Becker, RDA, a presenter at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents virtual meeting. In an interview, Becker addressed the reality of burnout and how recognizing your self-worth and increasing your confidence can lead to personal and professional growth.

May 13, 2021

1 in 16 dental hygienists still not working due to COVID

By Melissa Busch

Approximately 6% of dental hygienists who had been employed were not working as of March -- a slight improvement over the prior few months, according to a webinar hosted by the ADA and the American Dental Hygienists' Association on May 4.

May 10, 2021

APHA announces midyear workshop

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The American Public Health Association (APHA) Oral Health Section said that its midyear meeting and workshop, "Using Your Voice to Advance Oral Health Equity," will be held on May 6.

April 29, 2021

6M adults lost dental insurance because of COVID-19

By Rebekah Moan

Approximately 6 million adults in the U.S. have lost oral health coverage as a result of no longer being employed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report from CareQuest Institute for Oral Health found.

April 11, 2021

Burnout making dental students think twice about dentistry

By Hannah Welk

Students training for dental professions are at increased risk for poor mental health that could lead them to leave their programs, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published recently in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

April 7, 2021

HRSA announces primary care dental trainee grant

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced a new $700,000 dentistry career development award. The deadline for applications is May 21, 2021.

April 1, 2021

Dental-visit declines during COVID-19 uneven across states

By Hannah Welk

Visits to dental offices declined across the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic, but some states fared much better than others, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

April 1, 2021

Study shows lack of racial, ethnic diversity in dentistry

By Theresa Pablos

People who identify as Black, Latino, and Native American are severely underrepresented in dentistry compared to the U.S. workforce as a whole, according to a study published on March 31 in JAMA Network Open.

March 31, 2021

3 practice tips as COVID-19 vaccines start rolling out

By Dan Croft

The past year has been a whirlwind for many businesses, but now there is light on the horizon with COVID-19 vaccination distribution ramping up. Dan Croft shares three pieces of advice any dental practice can use until it is able to recover to pre-COVID revenue and staffing levels.

March 30, 2021

1st East Coast dental therapist starts work

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The East Coast's first-ever dental therapist, Claire Roesler, started her job in Bangor, ME, at Penobscot Community Health Care this month.

March 21, 2021

USPSTF seeks comment on draft oral health plan

By Melissa Busch

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is seeking public comment on a draft research plan about oral health screenings, behavioral counseling, and preventive interventions for youth and adults.

March 21, 2021

CDC report visualizes need for dental safety net in Ga.

By Theresa Pablos

A March 11 graphic published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) visualizes how well dental safety programs meet the needs of children in Georgia. Similar graphics could be made for other states to help decision-makers better identify gaps in resources.

March 16, 2021

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