Patient Care
Premier Dental Introduces Innovative ProFlare Disposable Prophy Angle Featuring an Articulating Cup
November 8th 2023Developed to help provide an enhanced polishing experience for both patient and clinician, the ProFlare disposable prophy angle from Premier Dental stands out with its unique cup design.
Study Shows Dental Opioid Prescribing Went Up During COVID-19 Pandemic
November 6th 2023A new study demonstrates that dental opioid prescribing increased during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, reinforcing the importance of non-opioid pain management solutions even during global health emergencies.
Floss & Flip Flops Episode 23: Healthy Skin Month with Dr Smita R. Ramanadham
November 1st 2023The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it can demonstrate our overall health and wellbeing while also indicating underlying illness. This month, the Sanders Sisters interview plastic surgeon Dr. Smita R. Ramanadham, discussing warning signs your skin may be sending you as well as critical skin care basics.
Benevis Expands Oral Care Access and Affordability in Louisiana Communities
October 6th 2023This health care delivery organization has found success in lowering the cost of dental care for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program, effectively expanding care and access for patients who need it.
Floss & Flip Flops Episode 22: National Dental Hygiene Month
October 1st 2023Join the Sanders Sisters and Dr Anna Kay Thompson as they learn about the burning questions the medical community is not asking about oral health. Learn about all of the ways they are celebrating the good work of dental hygienists in their quest for whole-body health.
Millions of Adults in United States are Without Dental Insurance According to CareQuest Report
September 11th 2023In 2023, more than 68.5 million adults in the United States are without dental insurance in their Medicaid and Medicare coverage plans. This number is only going to get higher by the end of the year, per new results from CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
Floss & Flip Flops Episode 21: Dentistry Behind Bars
September 1st 2023Joining the Sanders Sisters is public health dental hygienist Leslie Reilly whose career took her to the jail system. This month, they will discuss the social determinants of jail inmates, discussing the key role of a jail-system dental hygienist.