MonthlyByte Feb. 2020 NADP Partners with Kidney and Transplant Organizations on Independent Purchase In partnership with kidney and transplant advocates, NADP sent a joint letter to the…
…California’s Dental Transformation Initiative, a Medicaid 1115 waiver that oversees payment and care reforms. New Hampshire’s expanded care settings for Medicaid pediatric dental including Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) clinics. Overall,…
…apnea, a serious sleep and breathing condition. During Sleep Awareness Month in March, United Concordia Dental is spotlighting the role of dentists in detecting sleep apnea in patients. Research shows…
…Vision Month in May, research pointing to a link between gum disease and an increased risk of glaucoma supports that oral health is connected to overall health. Some studies have…
…conference is the premier industry event for the dental benefits market. With in-person attendance of 650, CONVERGE hosted many standing-room-only sessions, numerous networking opportunities, a dynamic Discovery Zone exhibit hall…
…bone: dental caries has causal effects on osteoporosis and osteoporotic fracture Dental caries causally increases the risk of osteoporosis (OP) and postmenopausal OP with pathological fracture, suggesting the existence of…
…only with a direct causal link to dental caries. However, pulp diseases, periapical tissues, and diseases of the gum and periodontal tissues have no direct causal relationship. Health Science Reports…
Psoriasis Risk of atopic dermatitis in periodontitis patients with and without dental scaling: A retrospective cohort study Our study revealed a significant association between periodontitis and increased risk of atopic…
…that vaping has been linked to some of the same oral health risks as smoking,” said Katie Deffke, DDS, dental director, United Concordia Dental. “These include throat irritation, gum issues…
…take note of the following industry survey deadlines: Benefit Utilization – March 31 Premium – April 30 Enrollment – May 31 Please contact Jerry Berggren with any questions or concerns….