Updated nondiscrimination regulations under the Affordable Care Act’s Section 1557 will take effect on July 5, expanding protections for pregnant and LGBTQI+ individuals in federally funded health programs, including Medicaid in which some…

A recent study explored the effects of essential-oil vaporization in dental practices, revealing that it significantly reduces acute anxiety, especially in women and those with high trait anxiety. The findings suggest aromatherapy as a…

For only the second time in 5 years, a student has earned a perfect score on the dental school entrance exam. The young woman has a 4.0 GPA and hopes to attend University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in Lincoln.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is set to open a groundbreaking Center for Regenerative Sciences, aiming to revolutionize treatments for dental, oral, and craniofacial diseases. By harnessing advanced tissue…

A study presented at the European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Congress in Gothenburg, Sweden, uncovers the hidden stress levels in children during dental treatments. Researchers used advanced sensor technology to monitor hand movements…

A new study delves into patients’ perspectives on integrating nutritional counseling within dental settings. Surveying more than 300 participants across various dental practices, the research unveils a resounding acceptance of nutritionists…

Fruit roll-ups aren’t just for kids’ lunches anymore! A new study shows that using these sweet treats can significantly reduce errors in panoramic radiography, ensuring clearer images and better dental diagnostics.

The Federal Health Information Technology (IT) Strategic Plan for 2024–2030 is designed to help the federal government boost health outcomes for all Americans. Goals of the plan include promoting health and wellness, improving the…

Marquette University School of Dentistry marked a historic milestone as it celebrated the first recipients of diploma privilege in the field of dentistry within the State of Wisconsin. Diploma privilege is a policy allowing graduates from…

The recently published MADRES study in JAMA Network Open examined the potential association between maternal urinary fluoride levels and behavioral outcomes in their 3-year-old children, focusing on a small cohort of predominantly Latino…