While traditional Medicare historically excludes most dental services, recent regulatory updates, as reported by KFF, have modestly expanded coverage for specific medically necessary procedures. Dentists need to be aware of these changes to…

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Nonautogenous soft tissue grafts are transforming mucogingival treatments with their minimally invasive, palate-free approach. Offering reduced morbidity, shorter chairtime, and comparable clinical outcomes, these alternatives are reshaping…

With dental caries impacting up to 50% of 5-year-olds in some parts of England, researchers from The University of Manchester propose evidence-based approaches to tackle this public health crisis. By focusing on co-designed interventions,…

This episode is sponsored by:  In this episode of Decisions in Dentistry magazine’s podcast, host Art Wiederman interviews Chip Fichtner, cofounder and principal of Large Practice Sales, and a renowned expert in the DSO market.…

Adverse drug reactions pose a significant risk in dental care, especially for patients with complex medical conditions. A detailed medication review, interprofessional collaboration, and special considerations for older adults are key…

Oral conditions cost the world $710 billion in 2019, with $387 billion in treatment costs and $323 billion in productivity losses. This study underscores the urgent need for equitable, cost-efficient oral health strategies to ease the…

Henry Schein and other dental supply companies saw significant gains following news of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Market speculation that Kennedy may push to eliminate…

In this episode of “The Art of Dental Finance and Management,” Art Wiederman is joined by Eide Bailly’s Director of Legislative Affairs Mel Schwarz for a conversation about the outcomes of the 2024 presidential election. From equipment…

Gingival recession and insufficient attached gingiva are significant mucogingival challenges that can compromise oral health and esthetics. Evolving from traditional approaches, modern techniques offer predictable outcomes for tissue…