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Kristen Pratt Machado

Kristen Pratt Machado is executive editor for Dimensions of Dental Hygiene and Decisions in Dentistry and director of publishing operations for Belmont Publications, Inc. She has been with Belmont Publications since its inception in 2002.

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Connecticut Moves to Untether Dental Care from the Office

Apr 30, 2026

A new bill could let experienced dental hygienists deliver preventive care at home, expanding access while sparking debate over safety, oversight, and the future of collaborative practice.

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Mastering the Modern Caries Equation

Apr 29, 2026

A risk-based, fluoride-forward strategy powered by saliva and patient compliance is redefining how dental teams prevent, arrest, and reverse caries.

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US Dental Opioid Prescribing Drops but Still Trails Best Practices

Apr 29, 2026

A new international analysis shows meaningful declines in dental opioid prescribing, yet the US continues to outpace most countries.

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How a Prosthodontist Keeps Lions, Tigers, and Primates Pain-Free

Apr 27, 2026

From root canals on tigers to prosthetic fixes for beaks, a human-trained prosthodontist is redefining interdisciplinary care at Zoo New England.

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Private Equity in Dentistry Means Higher Fees but Same Reimbursement

Apr 24, 2026

New research reveals that while insurer payments stay flat after private equity acquisition, shifts in service mix and rising charges could reshape dental practice economics.

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Landmark Trial Shows 60% Drop in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia

Apr 23, 2026

New evidence presented at ESCMID Global 2026 reveals that structured oral hygiene programs dramatically reduce nonventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia risk.

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The Truth About Mouthrinses and Biofilm Control

Apr 23, 2026

From chlorhexidine to essential oils, understanding how mouthrinses target biofilm can help you personalize care and improve patient outcomes.

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New ADA Sedation Guidelines Are Here, Is Your Practice Still Compliant?

Apr 20, 2026

The American Dental Association’s first major sedation and anesthesia update in nearly a decade introduces stricter safety protocols, clearer documentation standards, and new expectations for training.

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Measles Is Back: The Preventable Disease Threatening Modern Practice

Apr 17, 2026

Once considered eliminated in the United States, measles is resurging due to declining vaccination rates, placing oral health professionals on the front lines of early detection and prevention.

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AB 1952 Showdown: Dental Professions Divided Ahead of Critical Vote

Apr 16, 2026

With a pivotal vote days away, AB 1952 has sparked a major divide between CDA and CDHA, raising urgent questions about workforce shortages, professional standards, and the future of dental care in California.

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