Sarah Butkovic

2 weeks ago | dentistryiq.com | Sarah Butkovic

ADA opposes Utah's decision on fluorideA long-awaited decision on House Bill 81 makes Utah's statewide ban of fluoride the first in the country.

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Sarah Butkovic

Opposition to Kentucky fluoride billA recently passed bill (House Bill 16) to remove fluoride from Kentucky drinking water is now being opposed by a coalition of health organizers. The coalition upholds the belief that fluoride can significantly reduce tooth decay and act as a backup for those lacking adequate oral health care.

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Sarah Butkovic

ADA's health policy issues addressed in letter to RFK Jr.Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health policies have recently been challenged by the American Dental Association (ADA). In a letter sent on March 5, ADA president Brett Kessler and Interim Executive Director Elizabeth Shapiro expressed their support for community water fluoridation, among other things.

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Sarah Butkovic

Tooth gems, mewing, mouth tape, veneers ... the viral nature of TikTok allows trend cycles to make waves across the internet in an incredibly short amount of time. In our increasingly health and beauty-conscious society, the concept of "wellness" is a linchpin for the app. One of the latest popular wellness trends involves something called the "morning shed." While this trend is mostly harmless, it still has the potential to encourage unsafe practices that may affect users' sleep and oral health.

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Sarah Butkovic

New survey results overwhelmingly oppose removing hand skills testA new poll conducted by the American Association of Dental Boards (AADB) reveals 82% of Americans oppose removing a hand skills test currently required by most states for dental professionals.