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HPI: 8 out of 10 dentists support dental insurance reform
Dentists largely support dental insurance reform, according to findings from the ADA Health Policy Institute's Economic Outlook and Emerging Issues in Dentistry poll. More than 1,100 dentists responded to the poll, which was conducted from November 8 to November 13.
December 13, 2022
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Dental Hygiene
Dental professionals can help prevent HPV cancers
Oral healthcare professionals may help prevent HPV-related cancers by increasing HPV vaccination rates for patients, according to a study published on December 8 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 12, 2022
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Milling vs. 3D printing: Which one is best for dentures?
When it comes to creating dentures, artificial teeth can be milled or 3D printed, but which method is more accurate? Both processes were deemed clinically acceptable in a head-to-head comparison that was published on December 1 in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
December 12, 2022
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Dental Practice
Now trending: Oral piercings and gems
Dentists are warning against a popular trend among young adults: oral piercings and gems. The trend may pose serious damage to one's oral health, according to a commentary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 11, 2022
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CAD/CAM Insider: Milling vs 3D printing: Which one is best for dentures?
December 7, 2022
Dental Practice
Inflation tops COVID-19 for reasons to delay dental care
U.S. adults are more likely to report concerns about inflation and rising prices than concerns about COVID-19 as reasons to delay dental care, according to public opinion research released on December 7 by the Delta Dental Institute.
December 7, 2022
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CAD/CAM
Dentist helps World Cup fan bullied for his smile
A dentist in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, provided a Moroccan football fan with a new smile after he was bullied about his teeth at the Qatar World Cup, according to news reports. The dentist crafted the fan a set of full dentures to fix his crooked teeth.
December 7, 2022
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Invisible Aligners
Intraoral appliances routine part of dental practice
The fabrication and use of intraoral appliances are becoming a routine part of dental practices, according to a study published in the December issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association. Researchers analyzed intraoral appliance application, practice workflows, and changes in practice trends.
December 1, 2022
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'Dateline' to feature dentist
Dr. Lawrence Rudolph, a dentist who once ran a respected dental chain in Pittsburgh, PA, was charged with homicide and insurance fraud in January 2022. NBC is promising new details and interviews in a December 2 episode of "Dateline" that focuses on the 2016 death of Rudolph's wife.
December 1, 2022
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Restorations
5 reasons why WHO's essential medicines improve oral health equity
Just over a year ago, dental medicines were added to the World Health Organization's (WHO) list of essential medicines. Now, dentists are weighing in on the possible implications for public health policy in a commentary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
November 30, 2022
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The dental hygienist’s role in recommending, applying, and billing SDF
A new Current Procedural Terminology code for silver diamine fluoride (SDF) goes into effect July 1. Here's what you need to know.
At the SADE research clinic at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, sensory adaptations to the environment were shown to significantly reduce autistic children’s physiological and behavioral stress during dental cleanings.
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Sensory-adapted dental rooms soothe children with autism
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What you and your patients need to know about Alzheimer's and brain health
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The dental hygienist’s role in recommending, applying, and billing SDF
A new Current Procedural Terminology code for silver diamine fluoride (SDF) goes into effect July 1. Here's what you need to know.
June 7, 2023
Estela Vargas.
Sensory-adapted dental rooms soothe children with autism
A sensory-adapted dental clinic environment can make dental cleanings a lot less distressing for autistic children.
June 7, 2023
At the SADE research clinic at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, sensory adaptations to the environment were shown to significantly reduce autistic children’s physiological and behavioral stress during dental cleanings.
What you and your patients need to know about Alzheimer's and brain health
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. Hygienist Jo-Anne Jones discusses the link between gum disease and inflammation and how you can educate patients to take charge of their health.
June 8, 2023
Jo-Anne Jones.
ADHA partners with onDiem
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association has partnered with dental staffing platform onDiem.
June 7, 2023
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DSO Salt adds a new board member
Dental service organization Salt Dental Collective has added Dr. Mark Adams to its board of directors.
June 7, 2023
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Buffalo Dental launches Trap-Eze Plaster Plus
Buffalo Dental Manufacturing has launched a disposable sink trap that can capture materials that can clog sinks.
June 6, 2023
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Solmetex acquires Impladent
Solmetex has acquired Impladent, a provider of regenerative dental materials.
June 6, 2023
Contract Signing Boardroom
USPSTF finds lack of evidence for oral health screening, interventions by PCPs
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is not ready to endorse oral health screening and preventive interventions by primary care providers (PCPs) for adults and adolescents at risk of developing certain oral diseases.
June 6, 2023
Physician Mouth Exam
Extra pounds may equal heftier gum disease treatment costs
Obese patients paid significantly more for periodontal treatments than those who were average weight regardless of disease severity, according to a study.
June 1, 2023
Scale Weight
Biolase slashes its workforce by 20%
Biolase is cutting its workforce by about 20% to optimize operations without impacting revenue.
June 5, 2023
Businesspeople Decision
Wis., MUSOD to invest in $28M special needs dental clinic
The Marquette University School of Dentistry (MUSOD) will establish a $28 million special needs dental clinic.
June 5, 2023
Dental Student Clinic
Do’s and don’ts for patient collections
If your practice doesn’t collect 99% of fees owed, any gains in production will be compromised, writes Dr. Roger. P. Levin.
June 5, 2023
Dr. Roger P. Levin.
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