Lori Roniger[email protected]RestorationsStudy: School-based sealant programs save moneyShould programs to increase sealant use in lower-income children be expanded? A new study published in the December issue of Health Affairs has found that school-based programs that provide dental sealants to children are cost-effective and prevent the need for fillings in many cases.December 8, 2016Federally Qualified Health CenterDental care access disparities narrow among U.S. kidsThe number of U.S. children receiving dental care significantly increased from 2000 to 2014, according to a new study. Even more positively, the researchers found a steep narrowing of coverage disparities in race/ethnicity and income. However, they are concerned about the future of treatment coverage under the new U.S. administration.November 30, 2016RestorationsWater fluoridation linked to lower dental costsResidents of South Korea living in areas with newer water fluoridation programs had significantly fewer dental visits for caries and lower overall dental care costs than those in areas without water fluoridation, according to a new study.November 20, 2016Previous PagePage 12 of 12Top StoriesLegal IssuesFormer orthodontist arrested for child exploitation againA former orthodontist who shuttered his practices in 2023 after he was arrested for child pornography has now been charged with U.S. child exploitation offenses.PeriodonticsThyroid hormone levels may predict gum diseaseDental HygieneRevolutionizing implant maintenance in dental hygienePatient CommunicationThe 80/20 rule of communication in the dental officeSponsor ContentJoin Us
