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Ambrosia V. Brody, Managing Editor

Ambrosia V. Brody has served as managing editor at Belmont Publications, inc. since 2016. With a breadth of experience in writing and developing editorial content, Brody is integral to the publication of Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, Decisions in Dentistry, and the company’s digital and social media platforms. She holds a Master of Arts in Communications from California State University, Fullerton, and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of La Verne.

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Study: Antibody Points to Possible Achilles Heel on Novel Coronavirus

May 15, 2020

As scientists work tirelessly to develop a vaccine for the novel coronavirus, researchers at The Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, California, along with colleagues at The University of Hong Kong, are working to produce accurate 3D…

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UM Licenses Smart Mouthguard Technology

May 8, 2020

New smart mouthguard technology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore has been licensed by University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) alumnus Michael Wright, DDS, MS, for use by his new startup, WrightGuard Innovation Corp. The…

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Can At-Risk Minnesota Dental Clinics Avoid Permanent Closure?

May 1, 2020

As dental offices remain closed in some states due to shelter-in-place orders, some clinics may never reopen once these orders are lifted. This is a concern of the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA).

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OHWRC Reveals Best Innovations in Oral Healthcare Delivery

Apr 24, 2020

Lack of access to dental care for residents living in underserved communities remains a public health challenge for many Americans.

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Colgate-Palmolive Gifts $1M Gift to Support Penn Dental Care Center for Persons with Disabilities

Apr 17, 2020

The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine (Penn Dental Medicine) has received $1 million from the Colgate-Palmolive Company to help support the new Penn Dental Medicine Care Center for Persons with Disabilities and the…

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Centers for Disease Control Will Provide $186M for COVID-19 Response

Apr 10, 2020

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide $186 million in additional funding to support state and local jurisdictions in responding to COVID-19.

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Mouthguards Do More Than Prevent Dental Trauma

Mar 27, 2020

Using a mouthguard while playing ice hockey does more than protect the athlete from dental trauma, according to a study that found athletic mouthguard use also reduces the risk of concussion.

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ADA Urges Senators to Keep Key Provisions in CARES Act

Mar 20, 2020

As tighter restrictions are placed on oral health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Dental Association (ADA) is asking Congress to keep a number of provisions in the draft Senate bill that we believe will benefit…

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Want to Protect Yourself from COVID-19? Step 1: Wash Your Hands

Mar 13, 2020

As the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to grow, disease control experts are reminding the public to practice good health habits—such as proper hand hygiene—to prevent the spread of this fast-moving…

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Midmark Identifies Trends That Will Impact How Care Is Delivered in 2020 and Beyond

Mar 6, 2020

Midmark Corp, a leading provider of dental equipment, technology and services, has identified six trends that will significantly impact the point-of-care ecosystem — where the majority of today’s health care encounters still occur.

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