Wis. may authorize dental therapists, auxiliaries
2021-06-13
The state of Wisconsin may authorize two kinds of dental care providers: dental therapists and dental auxiliaries, according to a June 14 report in the
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1st East Coast dental therapist starts work
2021-03-21
The East Coast’s first-ever dental therapist, Claire Roesler, started her job in Bangor, ME, at Penobscot Community Health Care this month, according to a local
National Partnership for Dental Therapy Grows to More Than a Hundred Organizations
2021-03-13
The National Partnership for Dental Therapy (NPDT), which aims to improve access to dental care, has grown to more than a hundred partners including the
2 bills back dental therapy in Fla.
2021-02-22
Bills paving the way for dental therapists to work and secure reimbursement have been proposed in the House of Representatives and Senate in the state
A post-qualification guide for dental hygienists and therapists
2021-02-12
Just graduated as a dental hygienist and therapist? Soha Rashid covers the things you need to know before stepping into the dental practice. Firstly, heartiest
The turquoise movement: the importance of nursing support for dental hygienists and therapists
2020-09-02
As #Help4hygiene gathers momentum, Amber Ojak explains why so many people are getting behind the campaign for nursing support. Over the last few weeks there
Colo. may consider licensing dental therapists
2019-10-23
Colorado may become the next U.S. state to begin licensing dental therapists to improve access to oral healthcare, according to an article published online October
Dental therapists are keen to be a gateway to NHS dentistry services
2019-09-17
The British Association of Dental Therapists (BADT) have said that ‘dental therapists are qualified, capable and committed to the NHS but are unable to work
Wisconsin Budget Aims to Increase Access to Dental Care
2019-02-15
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has announced that his budget will include a $43 million investment to expand dental access across the state. However, the Wisconsin
The future is yours at this year’s Oral Health Conference
2018-08-16
The Oral Health Conference and Exhibition (OHC) 2018 is the BSDHT’s flagship event, offering a myriad of benefits for all dental hygienists and dental therapists.
Dental Therapy Proves Effective in Improving Oral Health in Alaska
2017-08-11
Children had lower rates of tooth extractions and more preventive care in Alaska Native communities served frequently by dental health aide therapists (DHATs) than residents
Dentists Know Best, So Let Them Choose
2017-04-19
Lawmakers in several states have considered proposals in 2017 to let dentists custom-build their ideal dental teams. Unfortunately, it is increasingly likely that most state
