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In brief: Utah bans fluoride, Young Innovations debuts new SDF product, new state joins DDH licensing compact

1 week 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.
Stop asking other employers about compensation-it’s illegal

2 weeks ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice |Garrett Wilson

Dentists are often asking each other, especially in Facebook groups, how much they pay their team members. But that’s illegal! The consequences are real. Join us in Gloves Off where we talk about legitimate sources you can use for salary information.
New research: Opioids not as effective as acetaminophen-ibuprofen

2 weeks ago | dentistryiq.com | Pamela Maragliano-Muniz |Tom Viola

What’s this we’re hearing about opioids not being as effective as the combination of acetaminophen and ibuprofen? A randomized Rutgers health study of 1,800 patients who had third molar extractions found that patients who received a combination of acetaminophen and ibuprofen had better pain relief through days one and two postsurgery than the patients who received hydrocodone and acetaminophen. At no time was the hydrocodone considered better than the acetaminophen-ibuprofen combo.
What to do when you suspect cannabis use by an employee or coworker in your dental practice

2 weeks ago | dentistryiq.com | Pamela Maragliano-Muniz |Tom Viola

What do you do when you suspect your employee or coworker is under the influence of cannabis in your office—with or without the telltale smell? Why would a dental professional even use cannabis? Dentistry is hard. What used to be a recreational drug may now have become an operational drug. They may actually use the drug to help them get through the busy day ahead.
Questions and answers about lasers in dental hygiene

4 weeks ago | dentistryiq.com | Angie Wallace

Everyone has questions about dental lasers. Let’s see if this article answers some of yours!Many dental laser users have questions but feel uncomfortable asking them. In this article, I’ll share some of the most common questions and provide answers to them. Please know that you can reach out to me with questions you may have at any time. I’ll be happy to help!What procedures can a dental hygienist perform with a laser?
In brief: Kentucky’s support for fluoridation, transformative oral health platform, new dental products to implement into your practice

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.
In brief: RFK Jr.’s health policies challenged, AAE’s opposition to medical research grant cap, new Align Technology and Parkell release

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.
When patients contradict what they documented in their medical history

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Pamela Maragliano-Muniz |Tom Viola

What do we do when a patient tells us something different than what they documented on their medical history? For example, I have a patient who disclosed in their medical history that they have an allergy to penicillin. Then they called me and asked for a prescription for amoxicillin because they had pain in their mouth. Who wins? Verbal or written documentation? Join us in this episode of Medical History Mysteries as we talk about protocols to follow in this type of situation.
The 3 meds that patients use for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of opioid addiction

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Pamela Maragliano-Muniz |Tom Viola

There are three medications patients take that will tip us off to the fact that they are in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of opioid addiction. We absolutely must be aware of what our patients are taking and what’s on their medical histories. Further, we must look up our patients on the prescription drug monitoring program to find out what they’re taking, particularly because they may not disclose that information to us.
ADA, other dental groups, ask Trump to exclude medical devices from tariffs

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | Amelia Williamson DeStefano

Three major dental organizations have formally expressed their opposition to new and additional tariffs on goods of Chinese, Mexican, and Canadian origin, requesting that the Trump administration exclude medical devices and dental equipment. The letter, which was authored by the Dental Trade Alliance (DTA) in conjunction with leadership from the American Dental Association (ADA) and National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL), was delivered to the White House on March 5.