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Dental assistant requirements: California, Colorado, Connecticut, and Delaware

Dentistry Gone Digital

By Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA. One of the greatest challenges for current dental assistants is the portability of their profession across state lines. With more than 50 designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant.

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Comparative analysis of dental procedure mix in public and private dental benefits programs

Dental News and Technology

J Am Dent Assoc. 2021 Oct 1;S0002-8177(21)00482-7. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2021.07.024. Online ahead of print. Abstract Background: There is little published research on whether public and private dental benefits plans affect the types of oral health care procedures patients receive. This study compares the dental procedure mix by age group (children, working-age adults, older adults), dental benefits type (Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program, private), and level of Medicaid dental bene

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More COVID-19 Booster Shots to Come from Moderna and J&J

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers Moderna and Johnson & Johnson (J&J) submitted data demonstrating the efficacy of their COVID-19 booster shots among those ages 18 and older to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA will review the data at a 2-day meeting beginning October 14. The Moderna booster shot contains 50% of the first or second dose given in the two-shot series.

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When Should My Kids Get Braces?

The Super Dentists

When Should Kids Get Braces The most common questions we receive at The Super Dentists are regarding braces. We get it, you want your kids to have the best smile. Read More. The post When Should My Kids Get Braces? appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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The Black Triangle Opportunity

3M

The post The Black Triangle Opportunity appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Can Oral Health Affect Your Pregnancy and Fertility?

The Super Dentists

Importance of Dental Health While Pregnant The importance of dental health on pregnancy and even fertility cannot be overstated. Ultimately, a mother-to-be cannot have a healthy body without a healthy. Read More. The post Can Oral Health Affect Your Pregnancy and Fertility? appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Effects of Thumb Sucking on Teeth & What Parents Need t.

The Super Dentists

Effects of Thumb Sucking on Teeth and What Parents Need to Know If you’re like most parents, you worry about everything from when your child will start walking and potty. Read More. The post Effects of Thumb Sucking on Teeth & What Parents Need t. appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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