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CareQuest study highlights challenges with medical-dental integration: 11 notes
A recent study from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health highlighted challenges related to medical-dental integration at Federally Qualified Health Centers.
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Tuberculosis outbreak linked to products used in dental clinics: 2 updates
Federal and state health officials have been investigating a tuberculosis outbreak connected to recalled human bone tissue products sold to hospitals, surgical centers and dental clinics.
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ADA releases guidance for pain management in pediatric patients
The American Dental Association recently released new guidance for managing pain in pediatric patients.
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Arizona dental board considering changes to anesthesia rules after patient deaths
The Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners is considering changes to the state's anesthesia requirements after multiple patient deaths, abc15.com reported Aug. 18.
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Tuberculosis outbreak linked to products used in dental clinics: 3 updates
Federal and state health officials began investigating a tuberculosis outbreak in July connected to recalled human bone tissue products sold to hospitals, surgical centers and dental clinics.
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Health officials investigating tuberculosis outbreak linked to bone tissue products used in dental clinics
The CDC is working with the FDA and state officials to address a tuberculosis outbreak connected to recalled human bone tissue products sold to hospitals, surgical centers and dental clinics.
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ADA, AAPD oppose oral health change under HRSA proposal
The American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recently asked the Health Resources and Services Administration to keep a national performance measure for oral health.
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ADA releases tooth decay treatment guideline: 4 things to know
A new guideline from the American Dental Association suggests conservative methods to treat tooth decay could lead to better outcomes when used with common restorative materials.
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American Association of Orthodontics speaks out against mail-order orthodontic treatments
The American Association of Orthodontics recently opposed the use of mail-order orthodontics, citing a lack of in-person examinations.
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US Preventive Services Task Force reports insufficient evidence for primary care oral health screenings
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force concluded there is not enough evidence to recommend or oppose preventive interventions in primary care for people without symptoms.
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Federal science panel recommends revisions to National Toxicology Program's fluoride report
A panel of reviewers under the National Toxicology Program's Board of Scientific Counselors recommended the NTP revise its draft report on a possible relationship between fluoride and IQ to account for potential study biases and recent literature.
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ADA requests revisions to National Toxicology Program's fluoride report
The American Dental Association called for revisions in the National Toxicology Program's third draft report on the effects of fluoride exposure.
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1st-ever global protocols for digital cleft care established: 3 notes
Three dental organizations recently partnered to develop the first-ever global protocols for digital cleft treatment.
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ADA exec testifies before Senate subcommittee on state of oral health
Marko Vujicic, PhD, chief economist and vice president of the Health Policy Institute for the American Dental Association, recently testified during a Senate meeting about the state of oral healthcare in the U.S.
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ADA president attends White House meeting on hunger, nutrition and health
American Dental Association President George Shepley, DDS, recently attended a White House conference on hunger, nutrition and health.
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ADA updates CDT codes: 3 things to know
The American Dental Association's Code Maintenance Committee approved 16 updates to CDT codes that will go into effect Jan. 1, 2024.
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CMS clarifies No Surprises Act for dentists: 4 things to know
The American Dental Association recently received clarification from CMS about how dental professionals are affected by the No Surprises Act.
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What the end of the COVID-19 PHE means for dentists
The Biden administration has announced it will end the COVID-19 national and public health emergencies May 11 — here's what that means for dentists and dental patients.
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4 clinical leadership updates to know
Here are four clinical leadership updates Becker's has reported on since Dec. 21:
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IWC Innovations launches bacteria monitoring system for dental practices
Water safety company IWC Innovations launched an alert system that notifies dental practices of bacteria risks in dental tools and water systems.
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