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  1. The most cost-effective strategies for supporting dental staff
    For dental leaders, finding the best ways to support their employees isn't just about offering perks; it's about fostering an environment where staff can thrive and feel valued.
  2. The future of venture capital investments in oral health
    Venture capital firms have made significant investments into the oral health industry over the past decade, with more than $400 million in funds in 2024 alone.
  3. 4 dental lawsuit settlements to know
    Here are four lawsuit settlements involving DSOs and other dental companies:
  1. How 3 DSO giants have grown in the most populous states
    Heartland Dental, PDS Health and The Aspen Group are the three largest DSOs in the U.S.
  2. Texas woman charged with practicing dentistry without a license
    A Texas woman was recently charged with violating the Texas Dentistry Act, Click2Houston reported Oct. 23.
  3. ADHA implements interim policies: 5 things to know
    The American Dental Hygienists' Association Board of Directors approved two interim policies, according to an Oct. 22 news release. 
  4. Illinois dental lab acquired by investment firm
    Investment firm The Zabel Companies has purchased Prospect Heights, Ill.-based Golden Ceramic Dental Lab.

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  1. Dentist opens Texas practice
    Renken Dentistry, led by Joshua Renken, DDS, has opened a new practice location in Dripping Springs, Texas, according to an Oct. 23 report by Dripping Springs Century News.
  2. Dental offices hit with double whammy
    The dental industry has had to adjust to the effects of inflation and staffing shortages over the last couple of years, leading to less productivity and revenue.
  3. Parkview Dental Partners acquires Florida practice
    Sarasota, Fla.-based Parkview Dental Partners has acquired a dental practice in Tampa, Fla.
  4. Patterson Cos. names Kristin Dietzler as dental president
    Patterson Companies appointed Kristin Dietzler as Patterson Dental's North American president.

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  1. Dr. Brett Kessler installed as president of the ADA 
    Brett Kessler, DDS, was installed as the 161st president of the American Dental Association.
  2. DECA Dental CEO establishes scholarship at the University of Texas
    DECA Dental Founder and CEO Sulman Ahmed, DMD, established a scholarship fund at the University of Texas at Dallas with an endowed gift. 
  3. 3 recent dental tech investments totaling $500M+
    Here are three dental technology companies that have received investments totaling more than $580 million that Becker's has reported on since Sept. 4:
  4. The PE 'revolution' in dentistry
    The introduction of private equity into dentistry has had a significant effect on the industry, driving growth while raising some concerns.
  5. Dental insurer to layoff 450+ employees: 3 things to know
    Federal employee health and dental insurance provider GEHA is planning to lay off more than 450 employees at its headquarters in Lee's Summit, Mo., according to an Oct. 22 report by KMBZ. 
  6. Salivary diagnostics company acquires PCR testing platform: 4 things to know
    Dental technology company OralDNA Labs has acquired all assets from Sensible Diagnostics, according to an Oct. 22 news release.
  7. Great Expressions Dental Centers agrees to pay $2.7M settlement in data breach lawsuit
    Southfield, Mich.-based Great Expressions Dental Centers has agreed to pay $2.7 million to settle a class action lawsuit related to its 2023 data breach.
  8. Air Force breaks ground on $88M dental treatment facility: 6 notes
    The U.S. Air Force broke ground on a new dental treatment facility at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas, according to an Oct. 21 news release.
  9. Montana dental office suffers fire
    A fire recently broke out in the building housing Willow Ridge Dental Care in Billings, Mont., kulr8.com reported Oct. 19.

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