Dental OSHA compliance resources covering required employee training, written exposure control plans, infection control protocols, and regulatory requirements for dental practices nationwide.
Welcome to the August 2026 issue of Dental Bytes, the OSHA Review monthly newsletter keeping dental professionals current on compliance news and regulatory updates. This post is part of our Dental Bytes eNewsletter 2026 hub, where you can access each…
Infection prevention and control are among the most important responsibilities in every dental practice. Patients trust that their care will be delivered in a safe environment, and maintaining that trust requires every member of the dental team to consistently follow…
The July 2026 issue of Dental Bytes is headlined by two cybersecurity stories that have significant implications for dental practices — a ransomware attack on a major dental referral firm and a $450,000 HHS OCR settlement for HIPAA security failures…
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a $450,000 settlement with a health plan in June 2026 following an investigation into a ransomware attack. The case marks OCR’s 20th ransomware enforcement action…
July 28 is World Hepatitis Day, an annual global observance established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and accelerate progress toward its elimination as a public health threat. The date was chosen to mark…
A new national survey reveals a significant gap between how much Americans value their oral health and how much they understand the connection between their mouth and their body. The survey, conducted in partnership by Procter & Gamble (P&G) and…
The American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute (HPI) has introduced a new publication series called HPI Perspectives — short, data-driven articles designed to translate the latest dental workforce and practice research into accessible insights for dental professionals. For dental practices…
Many dental news outlets are reporting a significant cyberattack against 1-800-Dentist, a popular dental referral and marketing service used by dental practices across the United States. On June 28, 2026, the Qilin ransomware gang — a Russian-linked cybercriminal group —…
A recent settlement in May 2026 between the California Attorney General and Aspen Dental serves as a reminder that California is taking a closer look at how dental practices advertise their services. Additionally, the settlement is part of California’s broader…
Dental anesthetic carpules are used every day in most dental practices, but disposing of them correctly depends on what remains inside the glass cartridge after treatment. Understanding the differences can help your office stay compliant with medical waste requirements while…
