Today's Top 20 Stories
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UB dental school gets $7.4M for new research facility
The University at Buffalo (N.Y.) School of Dental Medicine received a $7.38 million grant to build a new microbiome research facility.
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Dentists are dropping payers: Here's why
More than one-third of dentists have dropped out of at least one insurance network so far this year, according to the American Dental Association.
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University of Tennessee, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital partner on oral surgery residency
The University of Tennessee and East Tennessee Children's Hospital in Knoxville are collaborating to launch a pediatric oral surgery residency.
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How dental AI is easing provider-payer relationships
There can sometimes be friction between dental providers and payers, but dental AI company Overjet is aiming to help bridge the gap.
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5 dental deals totaling $300M+
Here are five notable dental deals totaling about $334 million:
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Specialty Smile Partners appoints chief RCM officer
Eau Claire, Wis.-based Specialty Smile Partners recently appointed Dan Smelter as chief RCM officer.
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Dental insurance market to reach $333B in 2032
The global dental insurance market size is projected to hit $333.92 billion in 2032.
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How 4 dental companies performed financially in Q3
Here is how four dental companies performed during the third quarter of 2024, according to financial reports.
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Dental365 opens 1st branded practice in Pennsylvania
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 has opened its first branded practice location in Pennsylvania.
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Heartland Dental's growth in 2024: 30+ moves
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental has had a busy year filled with practice milestones, industry partnerships and technology innovations.
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Illinois dentist's license suspended for over sedation
A dentist in Chicago has had his license suspended due to oversedation of a patient.
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Dentsply Sirona reports $951 million in net sales for Q3: 4 notes
Dentsply Sirona recorded $951 million in net sales during the third quarter of 2024.
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Study finds potential oral health therapies for mineralization disorders
A study published in The Journal of the American Dental Association has identified new antibody and enzyme replacements that could improve the oral health of patients with mineralization disorders.
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Dental hygienist wins Pennsylvania House seat
A dental hygienist in Pennsylvania won the seat for the state's 126th House of Representatives, according to a Nov. 5 report by Longview News-Journal.
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Dentists per capita in the best, worst states for dental health
There are 39.99 dentists for every 100,000 residents in Connecticut, the best-ranked state for dental health.
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Illinois tackles dentistry issues: 5 new laws
Illinois has passed several bills this year aimed at improving how dental services are provided, reducing billing issues and regulating certain services.
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Illinois passes dental insurance bill: 3 notes
The Illinois legislature recently passed a bill that would ban dental insurers from denying coverage for procedures they've previously authorized.
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GPS Dental's growth in 2024: 8 moves
Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has hit major milestones while expanding its network this year.
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Kentucky survey finds children's dental decay rates surpass national average
A survey by the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in Lexington found that children's dental decay rates in the state exceed the national average.
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North Carolina dental practice to build 20-operatory office
Asheville, N.C.-based Zöe Dental plans to open a 20-operatory dental practice in Asheville.
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