Giles BruceDental PracticeHygienists brace to battle dentists over practice lawsThis year, the Illinois Legislature considered measures to allow hygienists to clean the teeth of certain patients without a dentist. But when the Illinois State Dental Society met with key lawmakers, the proposals seemed doomed. The situation is indicative of legislative dynamics around the U.S.October 19, 2021Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesDental assistant shot at practice ID'dA dental assistant who was allegedly shot multiple times, including in her face, at a Georgia practice has been identified.Oral-Systemic LinkTooth loss may be linked to depressionPodcastsAre dentists really dropping dental insurance? Here's what the data sayDental HygieneNew dental gel may upend tooth repairInfection ControlOral infections cause eyeball growths on TV personality