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New Partnership Offers Virtual Dental Care

Dental News and Technology

A new partnership between Delta Dental of Washington and Dentistry.One, a virtual-first dental care solution introduced by MouthWatch, LLC, provides a virtual dental care option for more than 4 million Delta Dental of Washington members. Through this partnership, Delta Dental of Washington members gain 24/7 access to Dentistry.Ones suite of virtual care services, including live video consultations, asynchronous photo reviews, and AI-powered SmileScan, which utilizes artificial intelligence to tr

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Key Considerations When Choosing a Website Developer for Your Dental Practice

Identity Dental

Establishing a strong online presence is vital for dental practices aiming for growth and increased patient engagement. Selecting the right website developer is a critical step in this process. Different options available in website design can lead to different outcomes, particularly for dental marketing. This article will provide key insights into what to consider when […] The post Key Considerations When Choosing a Website Developer for Your Dental Practice appeared first on Identity Den

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Thousands Urge Arizona Governor to Reverse Dental Law Allowing Assistants to Provide Prophylaxes

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A growing Change.org petition is calling on Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs to rescind SB1124 a controversial new law that allows oral preventive assistants (OPAs) to perform dental cleanings after only 120 hours of training. In contrast, licensed dental hygienists complete nearly 3,000 hours of education through Commission on Dental Accreditation-accredited programs.

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Roof of Mouth Hurts: causes and effects

Kakar Dental Group

Understanding the root cause of pain in the roof of the mouth is key. It is also crucial in successfully relieving pain in this area. Moreover, identifying the reason for pain or swelling on the roof of the mouth helps determine if medical attention is necessary. Heres everything to know when the roof of your mouth hurts, from what causes the roof-of-mouth soreness to the recommended treatments for the roof-of-mouth pain.

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Boost Your Instrumentation Skills at Dimensions’ Discovery EXPO

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

At the Dimensions Discovery EXPO, Anna M. Pattison, RDH, MS, a world -renowned expert on periodontal instrumentation, will share her expertise on improving the success of nonsurgical periodontal therapy. Join us on August 22-23, 2025, in Anaheim, California. For a limited time, get 10% off registration with the code: EARLYBIRD Learn from the best at Dimensions Discovery EXPO.

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Managing Occlusal Forces for Long-Term Success

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Dental implant therapy enjoys long-term success with high survival rates 1 However, biological and mechanical complications frequently occur. Early identification and correction of these complications can help ensure long-term survival and success of the prosthesis and implant. Excessive occlusal forces and parafunctional habits are etiologic factors that contribute to the common mechanical complications of screw loosening and loss of screw integrity.