University of Texas Introduces New Baccalaureate Dental Hygiene Program
In light of workforce shortages and difficulty accessing dental care, a new Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program has been introduced at University of…
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Can Saliva Testing Help Patients With IBD Receive Earlier Diagnoses?
Recently awarded $130,000 grant from the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, the American Dental Association Science & Research Institute (ADASRI) and the University of North Carolina…
Studies Link Good Oral Care and School Success
According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an average of 34 million school hours are lost each year because of emergency…
Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Sherry Laliberte, RDH, conducts dental screenings at numerous Maine elementary schools, providing dental care to children, many of whom have never seen a dental provider…
Parents Play a Crucial Role in Establishing Good Oral Health Habits
Childhood caries, a prevalent issue among kids globally, can have detrimental effects on learning, speaking, eating, and overall well-being. Despite the potential for prevention with…
Medication for Tooth Regrowth Could Soon Become a Reality
According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one in six adults aged 65 or older is edentulous. And when permanent…
Wishing on a Star
The dental hygiene faculty and administration of Texas A&M University School of Dentistry are always proud of their graduating class and look forward to the…
New and Expectant Mothers Bear the Brunt of Medicaid Shortfalls
Our knowledge of just how connected oral health is to the rest of the body is continually increasing. Yet, there are no federal provisions for…
Grandparents Under Fire for Pushing Sugar to the Grandkids
Dental caries is a significant problem. In fact, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is the most common…