California’s AB 1952 proposes an alternative licensure pathway allowing internationally trained dentists to work as dental hygienists. While most dentists recognize the potential of this measure to increase access to care, it raises…

Dental hygienists deliver prevention-focused education every day, yet oral disease rates remain stubbornly high. The missing link may not be information, but whether patients truly understand how oral health affects their overall…

Oklahoma lawmakers are considering SB 1942 and HB 4329, bills that would modify how dental plans define covered services and negotiate reimbursement rates. Dentists and employers alike are evaluating how these changes could affect…

A newly proposed federal rule would reinstate a prohibition preventing routine adult dental services from being included as an essential health benefit under the Affordable Care Act. If finalized, the policy could limit states’ ability to…

Understanding the role of macro- and micronutrients empowers oral health professionals to help patients reduce inflammation, strengthen tissues, and protect against periodontitis.

A.T. Still University announces Kneka Smith, EdD, MPH, ’19, as Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health dean

Why “Local” Is No Longer Enough For years, dentists have been told to “focus on local marketing.” But in 2025, local isn’t specific enough. Patients aren’t just searching for a dentist in their city — they’re searching within their…

JERICHO, NY, February 17, 2026 – Dental industry leaders DENTALEZ, UptimeHealth and Darby Dental Supply, are excited to introduce TotalOp – an all-inclusive operatory subscription service offering top-of-the-line chairs, compressors,…

The United States Coast Guard has partnered with the University of Minnesota to integrate dental therapists into its healthcare delivery model. The 5-year initiative aims to address provider shortages, strengthen operational readiness, and…

While income remained high, ownership, specialty, and production efficiency all impacted what dentists took home.