Dentistry

DENTISTS continue to have a lower COVID infection rate than other front-line health professionals such as nurses and physicians. This is the conclusion of a study published online ahead of …

For decades dental professionals have worked in a vacuum. Dental hygienists, dentists, and dental assistants have excellent educations in all things oral, but they know very little about legal or …

FOR A LONG time, dentistry has been independent of medicine. That’s the practice, generally. And that’s about to change. Both dentists and doctors of medicine and health care workers are …

The importance of brushing and flossing regularly is taught to the majority of people at a young age. This is the starting point for a healthy mouth. Daily care of …

As a single-doctor, general care practice, we believe in providing the best possible comprehensive, restorative, and preventive care to guide our patients toward their overall health goals. Dentists are expected …

The five 2020 Tellies recipients are: Dr. Scott Howell of AT Still University/Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health. Award Category: Dentist/Specialist. Dr. Howell developed a robust oral health program …

If you want to be inundated by new patients, advertising free exams and x-rays will bring folks flocking, but be careful what you wish for. My experience indicates that among …

I don’t have to wear those stupid, heavy utility gloves. They’re the worst! Right? Wrong! I find it crazy when I read posts on social media that ask questions like …

Whether you’re new to dental assisting or a veteran of the profession, when your boss says, “I think we should do implants,” you may feel as in the dark as …

Full disclosure: As a dental public health specialist, I view the world through a slightly different lens than a clinical dentist. I work in academia, so my world is filled …