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Diabetes and Your Oral Health

WEBWhen left untreated or uncontrolled, diabetes leaves you susceptible to dental disease. It increases your risk for cavities, infections, gum disease, and even total tooth loss. …

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State Budget Includes More Funding for Oral Health Care; …

WEBGov. Gretchen Whitmer and legislative leaders have approved the state’s fiscal year 2022-23 state budget, with positive outcomes for oral health care in …

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Implicit bias training

WEBA change to the Michigan Public Health Code requires all licensed health care professionals (including dentists, registered dental hygienists, and registered dental …

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It’s Open Enrollment Time for Health Insurance

WEBIt’s open enrollment time for health insurance! Here are two things to do before you decide which health insurance plan to enroll in for 2022: Estimate your …

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New OSHA Standards Issued

WEBThe federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued new emergency standards pertaining to COVID-19. The rules, for the most part, exempt …

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Historic Adult Dental Medicaid Redesign Unveiled; Will Greatly …

WEBGreat news! For the first time in 30 years, Medicaid dental coverage for adults has received the comprehensive overhaul dentists have long been asking for. …

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Whitmer’s Budget Proposal Funds Dollars for Dentistry

WEBGov. Gretchen Whitmer’s 2022-23 budget proposal, unveiled this week, is good news for dentistry and the oral health of Michiganders. The governor called for significant …

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CDC, MDHHS Still Recommending Masks in Dental Offices

WEBThe CDC still recommends that masks should be worn in health care settings including dental offices, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human …

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MDA Insurance Staff

WEBThe Michigan Dental Association (MDA) is Michigan’s primary source for oral healthcare and home to more than 5,900 Michigan dentists. MDA dentists are dedicated to …

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Donated Dental Services

WEBVolunteer dentists participating with the Michigan Donated Dental Services (DDS) program have dedicated their talents to provide free comprehensive dental treatment to more …

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Fee Collection and the Statute of Limitations

WEBThe statute of limitations for collecting a debt is six years. If there is a concern that a malpractice counterclaim may be generated by a suit for collection of a fee, it is wise to …

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Human trafficking ID

WEBHuman trafficking identification. NOTE: The section below was added to the Part 1. General Provisions section of the Michigan Board of Dentistry Rules. It is included here for your …

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Right to Know Hazard Communication Compliance Guide

WEBFor questions regarding Pipe Labeling Requirements, contact Michigan’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (MIOSHA’s) CET Division at (517) 284-7720, …

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DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

WEBR 338.11101 Definitions. Rule 1101. (1) As used in these rules: (a) “Allied dental personnel” means the supporting team who receives appropriate delegation from a dentist or dental …

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DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

WEBR 338.11101 Definitions. Rule 1101. As used in these rules: (a) “Analgesia” means the diminution or elimination of pain in the conscious patient as a result of the administration …

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