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States must untie U.S. hygienists’ hands to improve access to care

WEB“It will take professional organizations such as the American Dental Hygienists, and the American Association of Public Health Dentistry, along with the …

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The mounting evidence linking oral health to overall health

WEBMore and more evidence demonstrates that oral health is linked to overall health. People who neglect the mouth are at increased risk of developing diabetes, …

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How to maintain good oral hygiene across your lifetime

WEBMaintaining good oral hygiene over your lifetime not only preserves your teeth, it reduces your risk of certain chronic, degenerative health conditions. Here’s a …

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It ain't just sugar: 9 oral benefits of honey DrBicuspid.com

WEBThe last 3% is composed of minerals, organic acids, enzymes, etc. Honey's sugar content is made up of about 31% glucose, 38% fructose, and a mixture of more …

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Oral health problems costing U.S. adults more than their teeth

WEBFeb 19, 2024. U.S. adults miss more than 243 million hours of work and school due to untreated dental disease and pain. The lost productivity costs the U.S. an estimated $45 …

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Are oral health and brain health connected

WEBHowever, what isn't clear is whether poor oral health affects brain health, meaning the functional status of a person's brain, which the researchers aimed to …

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Former U.S. surgeon general advances oral health debate

WEBWhen he was surgeon general of the U.S., David Satcher, MD, PhD, issued the first surgeon general's report on oral health in 2000. He has continued to show that …

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Study tightens link between poor oral health and systemic health

WEBPatients who self-reported having poor oral health may be as likely as those already diagnosed with gum disease to have negative systemic health outcomes. The …

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U.S. proposal would make adult dental coverage available under …

WEBThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a proposal on November 24 in the Federal Register that would allow states to make dental …

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Oral-systemic knowledge differs by generation DrBicuspid.com

WEBOnly 76% of Generation Z agreed that oral health is closely connected to overall health, while 89% of the other three generations agreed. As for the statement, …

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Cigna rolls out smartphone app to ID caries and gum disease

WEBCigna Healthcare has debuted SmartScan, a free screening tool that allows patients with Cigna's dental insurance to use their smartphone to identify potential oral …

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The importance of creating a patient health history

WEBThe importance of creating a patient health history. Dr. James V. Anderson. May 10, 2022. We are all looking for ways to connect with our patients. The health …

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NY center gets $500K to start dental residency program

WEBThe Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center in Albany, NY, has been awarded a $499,999 grant to establish a community-based dental residency program.

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How to appeal claim denials for crowns and cracked teeth

WEBBe sure to follow the appeal instructions from the insurance company. Letterhead (Address and contact information of the practice) Name and address of the …

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The latest on the Change Healthcare hack DrBicuspid.com

WEBThe latest on the Change Healthcare hack. Melissa Busch. Feb 28, 2024. The BlackCat ransomware gang, which claimed to have hit Henry Schein with two …

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Mouthwash staining lawsuit dismissed DrBicuspid.com

WEBA U.S. District Court judge has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit filed against Procter and Gamble charging that the company's Crest Pro-Health …

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What dental practices need to know about the Change Healthcare

WEBChange Healthcare, a major clearinghouse, has experienced a cybersecurity attack, impacting dental and medical practices. Dental practices using Change …

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MCNA Dental acquires Healthplex DrBicuspid.com

WEBAffiliates of MCNA Dental have acquired New York-based dental insurance company Healthplex, growing their collective customer base to more than 8 million …

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