Giles BruceDental PracticeHygienists brace to battle dentists over practice lawsThis year, the Illinois Legislature considered measures to allow hygienists to clean the teeth of certain patients without a dentist. But when the Illinois State Dental Society met with key lawmakers, the proposals seemed doomed. The situation is indicative of legislative dynamics around the U.S.October 19, 2021Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesJury convicts imposter dentistA jury has convicted a woman who performed illegal dental procedures.CardiovascularGum disease germ may harden heart valvesTeam Management4 generations, 1 practice: Dr. Mischa Krebs on reputation, technology, and what longevity means in dentistryLegal IssuesDentist arrested after 4-year-old dies disciplinedPeriodonticsThese hydrogels appear to show promise for gum disease