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In 2024, significant legislative changes across th

In 2024, significant legislative changes across the United States have broadened the scope of practice for oral health professionals. These reforms aim to address workforce shortages and improve access to care by expanding practice authorities and facilitating interstate licensure. Link in bio.⁠
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Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes on Memorial Day⁠

Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes on Memorial Day⁠
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Thank you to the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

After nearly two decades without an increase, Arka

After nearly two decades without an increase, Arkansas is raising Medicaid dental reimbursement rates to encourage providers to stay in the system as well incentivize those who have left the program to return. The move aims to combat some of the worst oral health outcomes in the country, especially among children, older adults, and people with special needs. Link in bio.⁠
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Monitoring implant health requires precise diagnos

Monitoring implant health requires precise diagnostic techniques, with probing recognized as a key assessment tool. However, the choice between metal and plastic probes remains controversial, as both present unique risks to implant surfaces and peri-implant tissues. Link in bio.⁠
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As more municipalities drop water fluoridation, th

As more municipalities drop water fluoridation, the evidence from cities such as Calgary and Juneau paints a stark picture of rising childhood caries and skyrocketing treatment costs. For dental professionals, the rollback of this critical public health measure signals a preventable crisis in the making.⁠
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#dentistry #dentist #dental #smile #dentista #teeth #cosmeticdentistry #dentistryworld #dentalphotography #odonto #tooth #dentistrylife #orthodontics #dentalcare #dentalhygienist #dentalimplants #oralhealth #veneers #dentalstudent #dentalassistant #dentalclinic #dentistlife #dentalhygiene #teethwhitening #oralsurgery #dds #endodontics #continuingeducation #education

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