Forcing dental insurance plans to adopt Medical Loss Ratio requirements similar to healthcare plans is “bad public policy that will not achieve intended consumer and dental community benefits.” So ...

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DANB's 2013 State Fact Booklet provides a synopsis of current state requirements and excerpts from state dental practice acts related specifically to the dental assistant, as well as dental board ...

The Affordable Care Act s inclusion of pediatric dental coverage as an essential health benefit has small employers facing a dilemma: Whether to embed dental coverage within a medical plan or offer ...

LawAtlas.org has released a map that shows dental hygienist licensing requirements, authority, and supervision requirements across the U.S. The map examines laws across 50 states and the District of ...

Dentists diagnose and treat diseases, injuries and malformations of the teeth and mouth. They perform surgical procedures such as implants, tissue grafts and extractions, and can improve a patient’s ...

Dentists diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, gums, and mouth. They examine patient’s mouths for cavities, sores, swelling or other signs of disease. They can enhance ...