2-year study finds in favor of U.S. dental therapists

Oct 25, 2010

The first major independent evaluation of Alaskan dental health aide therapists (DHATs) has found that the midlevel providers are offering safe and competent care to residents of remote and underserved native communities.

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Podcast: Does evidence-based dentistry still matter?

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Evidence-based dentistry is crucial. Explore the importance of clinical guidelines, the shortcomings of AI, and generational differences in adopting new practices.

December 19, 2025

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Facelift of Fla. dental college begins

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The project will add more than 100,000 sq ft of new teaching, research, and clinical space.

December 11, 2025

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By Karie Neeley Anderson

Researchers made an “artificial tongue” capable of gauging the spiciness of foods.

November 18, 2025

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Money problems lead to closure of Harvard dental clinic

The Harvard Dental Center’s Cambridge practice, which has been closed since a fire occurred in April 2025, will permanently shutter.

October 31, 2025

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USC dental school names new dean

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Yang Chai, PhD, has been officially named as dean of the University of Southern California (USC) Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry.

October 22, 2025

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Delta Dental Institute awards $1M to boost workforce

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Five industry organizations will receive funding for their efforts to promote careers in oral health and motivate students to pursue dentistry.

October 16, 2025

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Grant studied how bulimia affects teeth

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Graduate Colleen Gilliland’s research pursued improving dental treatment for patients with eating disorders.

October 15, 2025

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Apply now for the 2026 Anna Nelson Scholarship

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Association for Dental Safety is accepting applications for the 2026 Anna Nelson, CDA, RDA, MA Scholarship.

October 8, 2025

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Bridging the gap: How simulation-based training is reshaping dental training

By Dr. Lincoln Harris

Simulation-based dental education improves technical proficiency and patient communication for new dentists, writes Dr. Lincoln Harris.

October 2, 2025

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GSO names chief academic officer and dean

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Georgia School of Orthodontics (GSO) has appointed Dr. Nandakumar Janakiraman as its chief academic officer and dean of its residency program.

September 15, 2025

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Former ‘The Voice’ contestant heads to dental school

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Jerome Godwin III, a top 20 finalist on the singing competition series “The Voice” and a former Royal Caribbean vocalist, is beginning a career in dentistry.

September 12, 2025

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Dental students may not be ready for emergencies

By Melissa Busch

Dental students report being moderately prepared -- at best -- to handle medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in training, according to a study.

September 11, 2025

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