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ADHA opposed to ADA statements regarding workplace shortages and dental hygiene education for non-hygienists

Sarah Butkovic, MA

Amid a growing workforce shortage, the ADHA pushes back on new ADA resolutions, noting concerns over patient safety, professional standards, and dental hygiene licensure.

Wellness: Getting activity into a busy schedule

Wellness Corner: “I don’t have time!” Getting activity into a busy schedule

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

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Research and News

Why Calgary reversed its decision on fluoride after 10 years

Amelia Williamson DeStefano

The healthcare industry is reeling after the attack and murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City on Wednesday.

Research and News

UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder highlights growing violence in health care

Amelia Williamson DeStefano

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Oral-systemic Health

Eating disorders: A brief overview of the dentist’s role in diagnosis and management

Stacey L. Gividen, DDS

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Oral-systemic Health

World Antimicrobial Resistance Week highlights the need for responsible oral disease treatments

Nina Garlo-Melkas, MSc

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Research and News

In brief: The future of fluoride, alcohol-related fatalities, and COVID-19's impact on dental prescriptions

Sarah Butkovic, MA

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Career Development

Why are hygienists turning to temping?

Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC

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Insurance Coding and Tips

Lasers in dentistry: Innovative, so why is insurance reimbursement limited?

Kyle L. Summerford

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Research and News

In brief: Opioid use, toothbrush bacteria, and Medicaid reform

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“I hurt.” Solutions for musculoskeletal disorders among dental clinicians

Vicki Cheeseman

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Research and News

What will Trump’s second term mean for dentistry?

Amelia Williamson DeStefano

Dental implants

Research and News

Dentists are pulling healthy teeth, pushing implants for profit, report finds

Sarah Butkovic, MA

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Research and News

Weight-loss drug prices climb with demand, but are the health benefits worth such high costs?

Sarah Butkovic, MA

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Pediatric Dentistry

AAP releases new pediatric opioid guidelines: What dentists should know

Sarah Butkovic, MA

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Pharmaceuticals

Neffy: What dental providers should know about the new epinephrine nasal spray for allergic reactions

Barbara Madej, RPh

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Research and News

Catching up on recent dental news: September and October

Sarah Butkovic, MA

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The worst Halloween candies for teeth: What to avoid

Amelia Williamson DeStefano

Staff Relations

Surviving holiday stress and the end-of-the-year rush in dentistry

Natalie Kaweckyj, BA, LDA

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Oral-systemic Health

Why ignoring oral health could be harming your mental health

Nina Garlo-Melkas, MSc