The American Dental Association and other dental technology developers have successfully exchanged a full patient record from one system to another using a dental health information exchange program.
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The American Dental Hygienists' Association Board of Directors approved two interim policies, according to an Oct. 22 news release.
The New York State Dental Association is continuing to support the addition of fluoride to water to prevent tooth decay, according to an Oct. 17 news release shared with Becker's.
The Nebraska Board of Dentistry recently approved changes to its licensing standards, norfolkneradio.com reported Oct. 17.
The American Dental Hygienists Association is opposing three proposed resolutions from the American Dental Association.
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Several states have removed stigmatizing mental health questions from their dental licensure applications.
The rate of amalgam restorations decreased from 21.8% in 2017 to 4.1% in 2023, according to a new study in the October issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association.
The American Dental Association recently adopted new standards for its continuing education recognition program.
The American Dental Association reiterated its support for water fluoridation after a new research review claimed that the practice is less effective.
Several state dental groups have created relief funds to help residents and dental practices in need of assistance after Hurricane Helene.