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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 …

Studies have shown that 91% of Americans have some kind of tooth decay. Virtually all adults have decay and over 25% of them have cavities that are yet to be …

Sticky candies like gummies can get stuck in hard-to-clean areas between teeth. The acidity of sour candies — and even some sugar-free treats — is tough on tooth enamel. Dentists …

iQuanti: When looking for a new job, medical insurance and health benefits are paramount to many people. But dental and vision insurance may seem like less of a priority. Here’s …

As many times as your dentist and parents told you to cool it on the (multiple) cups of joe you’ve been drinking daily for the past decade or so, you …

Undoubtedly, dental work is expensive; only routine cleaning and x-ray can cost around $200 to $300. Root canal and crown can run from $2,050 to $2,614, and tooth extraction costs …

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 …

ON JULY 1, 750,000 adult Virginians on Medicaid became eligible for dental benefits as part of a two-year state budget that includes $35 million in state and federal money for …

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 …