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Kellie Nock is the assistant editor for Dental Products Report. She graduated from Kent State University in 2018 with a Bachelor's in Journalism. Kellie enjoys multimedia content creation with a focus on audio and video storytelling. 

Articles

A new study examines the emotional effects of tooth loss and dentures and calls on care providers to employ empathy in these cases. 

Research Demonstrates Emotional Struggles Associated with Tooth Loss and Dentures

This new portable dental unit features a fully integrated ultrasonic scaler to optimize on-the-go hygiene workflows. 

Aseptico Unveils GO Ultra Portable Dental System with Ultrasonic Scaler

New mobile dental units are designed and outfitted with operatories, stericenters, and reception areas courtesy of Benco Dental and Matthews Specialty Vehicles. 

Benco Dental and Matthews Specialty Vehicles Team Up for Mobile Dental Coach

Dental professionals throughout the industry share their favorite new workflows, technologies, materials, and more.

Technique Touch-Ups 2024

Tameko Sowell, DDS, is a native of Ohio, where she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in human nutrition and food management from The Ohio State University. She obtained her dental degree from New York University in 2007. While in dental school, Dr Sowell participated in multiple outreach programs, including mission trips to Nicaragua and Tanzania. After obtaining her dental degree, she completed a 1-year advanced education training with the US Department of Veterans Affairs in Bay Pines, Florida. Dr Sowell began working for Gaston Family Health Services in 2008 (which became Kintegra Health in 2020) as a staff dentist and became assistant dental director in 2016. In January 2024, she became the chief dental officer of Kintegra Health and oversees the dental department. Dr Sowell enjoys working in the public health sector and believes dentistry is her calling to give back to the community.

With the help of MouthWatch, Kintegra Health is working to close the gap between medical and dental care and has collaboration success stories that show how it is keeping patients out of the emergency department. 

Deep Dive: Establishing Better Physician-Dentist Collaboration With Technology

As the world of dentistry continuously evolves and new science emerges, it is imperative for dental professionals to evaluate both past and current research in order to make informed decisions and provide patients with the most accurate information and ethical care.

Should Chlorhexidine Remain the “Gold Standard” In Today’s Modern Hygiene?

Green tea matcha powder in mouthwash may be able to assist in the fight against harmful, periodontitis-causing bacteria, according to new study. 

Study Shows Matcha Green Tea Powder Mouthwash Fights Harmful Oral Bacteria

Funding has been awarded to organizations across the United States serving communities historically facing oral health inequities. 

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health Awards Grant Funding for Oral Health Equity Projects

The U.S. Senator from Vermont has introduced new legislation to address expanding dental care to underserved communities across the nation. 

Senator Bernie Sanders Introduces Dental Care Crisis Legislation

Dental thought leaders have convened before Washington to attest for the need to expand dental care and make it more accessible across the U.S.

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