Brits cancelling appointments due to fear of dentist
2019-06-26
More than a quarter (26%) of Brits have cancelled or delayed a dental appointment due to fear of the dentist. Research from Hudgell Solicitors shows
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Protein Flaw Leads to Amelogenesis Imperfecta
2019-06-26
Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have shown how a tiny flaw in a protein results in damaged enamel that is prone to
Conference Focuses on Improving Access to Oral Healthcare for the Disabled
2019-06-26
Educators, industry leaders, policymakers, clinicians, caregivers, and people with disabilities gathered at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine on June 17 and 18
Collaboration Brings Dental Screenings to Children in Rural New York
2019-06-26
Children in western New York received free dental screenings and education in May through Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, which brings dental care to
5 DSOs affiliate with new practices in June
2019-06-26
1. Irvine, Calif.-based Bright Now Dental partnered with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation in Parma Heights, Ohio. 2. Irvine, Calif.-based Smile Brands affiliated with Mission
Dentist of the Month: Dr. James H. Doundoulakis
2019-06-26
Dr. Doundoulakis received his DDM degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and his master of science degree in educational leadership from
Pennsylvania dentist hid practice income to fraudulently receive medical, food assistance, inspector says
2019-06-26
The State Inspector General’s office received documents from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Medical Assistance Benefits that claim Joseph Ciampa, DDS, failed to disclose
International distinguished scientist award for Dundee dental professor
2019-06-26
Professor Graham Ogden from the University of Dundee has been awarded the 2019 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in oral medicine and pathology research, one of the highest awards
Trump Issues Executive Order on Healthcare Cost Transparency
2019-06-25
President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Monday, June 24, to increase consumer transparency in the healthcare industry. The executive order compels disclosures to
Review Highlights Strategies for Reducing Sugary Beverage Consumption
2019-06-25
Sugary drinks can cause tooth decay as well as systemic health issues like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease, prompting researchers from Germany and the United
Make the most from your dentistry awards and reboot your love for dentistry
2019-06-25
If you’re struggling to work out how to make the most out of winning a dental award, or you’re wondering whether it’s worth entering, Dr
Illinois dentists, physicians form coalition to fight proposed anesthesia rule
2019-06-25
The proposed legislation aims to change the Nurse Practice Act. Certified registered nurse anesthetists would create an agreed-upon plan with either an anesthesiologist, surgeon, dentist