Addressing jawbone density loss in menopausal women: what dentists need to know
Sep 11, 2024
| Delta Dental
Learn about jawbone density loss during menopause, its impact on oral health, and key steps dentists can take to support their patients' dental care.
Supporting patients going through menopause: tips for dentists
Sep 11, 2024
| Delta Dental
Learn how dentists can support menopausal patients by addressing oral health challenges, offering personalized care, and promoting overall wellness.
Celebrate National Smile Day
Apr 26, 2024
| Delta Dental
National Smile Day is May 31, and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate and have some fun with office staff and clients.
Celebrate your hygienists this National Dental Hygienist Week
Apr 12, 2024
| Delta Dental
It’s National Dental Hygienist Week! Let your hygienists know how much you appreciate them by following these steps.
5 things dental hygienists can do to care for their mental health
May 11, 2023
| Delta Dental
A dental hygienist’s job is a stressful and challenging one. Here are some of things you can do to help manage stress in the office.
Updated training requirements to prescribe Scheduled drugs
May 08, 2023
| Delta Dental
A new law requires eight hours of training as part of the process for becoming a Drug Enforcement Administration-registered prescriber.
Your dental policy brief: Current issues and updates in the news as of February 9
Feb 09, 2023
| Delta Dental
Keep up to date on the dental policies and issues that affect your practice.
5 tech trends to watch in 2023
Jan 06, 2023
| Delta Dental
From 3D modeling to robot assistants, dental technology advancements are happening every day. These are the dental tech trends to watch in 2023.
Your dental policy brief: News updates as of December 6
Dec 06, 2022
| Delta Dental
CMS expands Medicare to cover medically necessary dental services. Find this and other stories affecting dental policy on FYI.
Spotlight: Harrisburg Area Community College and the future of dental hygiene
Oct 06, 2022
| Delta Dental
More opportunities for students of diverse backgrounds means better outcomes for all. Here’s how the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation helps.
Your dental policy brief: News updates as of October 4
Oct 05, 2022
| Delta Dental
From Capitol Hill to state capitals to your own town, here’s what’s happening where politics and society meet the dental industry.
How to dispose of dental amalgam safely
Oct 03, 2022
| Delta Dental
Dental amalgam is safe for teeth but can be toxic if not handled correctly. Disposing of it safely is important for patient safety and the environment.
Doing your part to stop opioid abuse
Sep 09, 2022
| Delta Dental
Opioid addiction is a serious issue. While dentists are taking positive steps to fight addiction, further steps need to be taken.
Your dental policy brief: News updates as of August 2
Aug 02, 2022
| Delta Dental
Our policy update is your go-to source to keep up to date on the dental policies and issues that affect your practice.
5 tips for ergonomics in the operatory from Dr. Daniel Croley
Jun 14, 2022
| Delta Dental
Dr. Daniel Croley knows about workplace injuries: Repetitive strain forced his early retirement. Here are his tips on avoiding strain and injury.
Your dental policy brief: News updates as of June 10
Jun 10, 2022
| Delta Dental
Funding for healthcare through ARPA may expire soon, and a Minnesota hygienist petitions the Supreme Court to rule on her medical marijuana case.
Your dental policy brief: News updates as of April 6
Apr 06, 2022
| Delta Dental
Your policy news update: The ADA releases new masking guidance and New York lawmakers vote to expand Medicaid.
What’s ahead for dentistry in 2022 and beyond?
Dec 06, 2021
| Delta Dental
From staffing issues to new tech trends, FYI takes a look at what’s in store for dentistry next year and beyond.
In dentistry, diversity matters
Oct 13, 2021
| Delta Dental
Major ethnic and racial disparity persists within the dental industry, both in terms of who receives care and who provides it.
The latest COVID-19 guidelines in the dental office
Sep 10, 2021
| Delta Dental
From masks and pre-screening to vaccines and social distancing, we help you sort through the “new normal” in the era of COVID-19.
Dental fraud — what it is and how you can help fight it
Jul 12, 2021
| Delta Dental
Dental fraud costs billions annually. Here’s what your practice needs to know to help fight it.
DentaQual tells patients how high you score in the stats that matter
Apr 02, 2021
| Delta Dental
The dentist directory has an exciting new way to let patients know you rock. Say hello to DentaQual!
The history and future of women in dentistry
Mar 08, 2021
| Delta Dental
Despite incredibly few female practitioners in the early to mid-1900s, dentistry has seen a steady increase in female dentists since the 1970s.