Decisions in Dentistry

Targeted at general, family, and cosmetic dentists, along with specialists from various fields, Decisions in Dentistry is a peer-reviewed publication aimed at promoting excellence and integrity in multidisciplinary dental care. The journal showcases the latest insights from top educators, researchers, and practitioners across the country, delivering evidence-based articles that are both relevant to clinical practice and easy to comprehend. With its distinctive approach, Decisions in Dentistry simplifies complex concepts and provides impartial information and continuing education resources that dentists can utilize to enhance their skills and deliver exceptional patient care.

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Microplastics in the Operatory May Pose a Threat to Patient and Provider Health

3 weeks ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share A recent study has uncovered compelling evidence that common dental procedures may expose patients and clinicians to harmful microplastics (MPs), raising urgent questions about infection control, environmental health, and patient safety in the operatory.
Indianapolis Dentist Qualifies for the US Open

3 weeks ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share Matt Vogt, DDS, a 34-year-old dentist from Indianapolis, has earned a coveted place in the 125th US Open at Oakmont Country Club in Plum, Pennsylvania, proving his skills extend far beyond the operatory.
Now Dead, Nevada’s SB 495 Would Have Dismantled Dental Hygiene Standards

3 weeks ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share In a sharply worded opinion piece published in the Nevada Globe, Scott Finley lays out a compelling argument against Nevada’s Senate Bill 495, which he views as a direct assault on professional dental hygiene standards.
The VA’s Decision to Censor Research Raises Alarm Among Healthcare Professionals

3 weeks ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share A controversial directive from senior officials in the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is causing concern among medical professionals — including dentists and dental hygienists — who see the agency as a vital research hub for healthcare innovations.
Dental Insurance Gap Widens Across the United States

4 weeks ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share According to CareQuest Institute for Oral Health’s 2024 State of Oral Health Equity in America (SOHEA) survey, an alarming 27% of United States adults, roughly 72 million people, do not have dental insurance.
New Tax Proposal Could Bite Into Dental Practice Profits

1 month ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share Dentists may face a significant financial hit under a new tax proposal advanced by the House Ways and Means Committee. The bill includes a provision that would eliminate federal deductibility for state-level taxes paid by pass-through entities, impacting many small dental practices organized as S corporations or partnerships.
What the New Administration’s Trade Policy May Mean for Your Practice

1 month ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share The dental industry is bracing for impact as the new administration’s proposed reciprocal tariffs, potentially reaching 54% on imports, prompt concerns among the global supply chain.
Nevada Bill Threatens Standards for Dental Hygiene Profession

1 month ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) is sounding the alarm over Nevada Senate Bill 495, a proposal that could undermine the foundation of dental hygiene practice as we know it.
The ADA’s SmileCon 2025 Will Be the Meeting’s Swan Song

1 month ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share The American Dental Association (ADA) has announced that its final SmileCon meeting will be held October 23–25, 2025, in Washington, DC, bringing an end to the event after years of connecting dental professionals across the country.
Dental Hygienist Salaries Outpace Household Incomes in Several States

1 month ago | decisionsindentistry.com | Kristen Pratt Machado

Share Dental hygienists are experiencing significant salary growth in 2025, with earnings surpassing average household incomes in multiple states. According to recent data compiled by Becker’s Dental Review, California leads with an average dental hygienist salary of $127,090, closely trailing the state’s average household income of $134,491.