by Chernise Harris | Apr 30, 2026 | In The News
Pennsylvania is currently grappling with a significant and growing dental crisis, especially in its more rural areas. A shortage of dentists, hygienists and dental assistants across the state is disrupting access to the critical dental care many residents need to be...
by Chernise Harris | Apr 28, 2026 | In The News
Utah stopped public water fluoridation in May 2025. While the health effects aren’t immediate, dentists and oral health advocates aren’t waiting for the cavities to pile up. Read the full article here.
by Chernise Harris | Apr 9, 2026 | In The News
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy has maintained that the target of his war on fluoride is ingested fluoride — specifically that from fluoridated drinking water and oral supplements. But the misinformed policy efforts to ban community water...
by Chernise Harris | Apr 9, 2026 | In The News
The CareQuest Institute for Oral Health appointed Dr. An Nguyen, MPH, as its new chief clinical officer. As a member of the executive leadership team, Nguyen will work closely with the CEO to further clinical strategy and advance the organization’s mission to build a...
by Chernise Harris | Mar 25, 2026 | In The News
The Trump administration’s proposal to block states from establishing adult dental services as an essential health benefit under the Affordable Care Act is prompting support from insurers and pushback from public interest groups. Read the full article...
by Chernise Harris | Mar 25, 2026 | In The News
Oral health refers to the condition of the mouth, teeth, gums and oral-facial system. While it affects the ability to eat, speak and smile, it is also closely linked to overall health — a connection that was not always widely understood. According to the American...
