Government recommends 1% pay rise for NHS dentists
2021-03-05
The government has recommended that NHS dentists receive a 1% pay rise in 2021 to 2022, sparking calls for a ‘fair deal’. This follows the
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New standards working group to focus on artificial intelligence in dentistry
2021-03-05
The American Dental Association is seeking volunteers to join a new standards working group on augmented/artificial intelligence in dentistry. The working group’s mission will be
FEMA Asks Academy of General Dentistry for Vaccination Volunteers
2021-03-05
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has asked the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) to find assistance in administering 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations in 100
Senate Bill Expands Dental Coverage for Moms During and After Pregnancy
2021-03-05
US Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ben Cardin (D-MD), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) have introduced a bill to expand dental coverage and improve oral healthcare for
Today’s Dental Practices Need On Point Messaging to Improve Oral and Systemic Health
2021-03-05
Sponsored Editorial Within every challenge lies distinct opportunity. The pandemic has taken its toll on dentistry, and every practice is working diligently to see its
ADA supports PREVENT HPV Cancers Act
2021-03-05
Washington — The ADA is supporting new legislation that encourages the use of the human papillomavirus vaccine as a “safe and effective way” to reduce
VOCO announces participation in IDS 2021
2021-03-05
VOCO, a leading dental manufacturing company, has announced their participation in the International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne, Germany, happening in 22-25 September 2021. VOCO
Dealing with pressure and stress during COVID-19 and beyond
2021-03-05
Guy Hiscott examines how a new course spearheaded by orthodontist Neil Counihan aims to help dental professionals cope better with stress. A leading orthodontist has
Coming Soon – PrograScan® One: Accurate scanning experience with high precision results
2021-03-05
Results beyond expectations – Ivoclar Vivadent will launch new scanning solutions in the United States in the 2nd quarter of 2021. The two new PrograScan®
Comments sought to recognize American Board of Orofacial Pain as national certifying board for specialty
2021-03-05
The National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards is seeking comments through May 3 on an application to recognize the American Board
Researchers Tap Nanoparticles to Prevent Secondary Cavities
2021-03-05
A multidisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Oklahoma (OU) is developing nitrogen-doped titanium dioxide nanoparticles to improve dental restorations and fight secondary cavities.
How a Washington dentist is addressing industry racial inequities: 4 takeaways
2021-03-05
Four notes: 1. “About 3.7 percent of actively practicing dentists are Black, and keep in mind we make up about 13.5 percent of the population,