Today's Top 20 Stories
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What 5 dental execs are predicting for the economy
The increase in interest rates and the cost of capital in 2023 and 2024 has led to fewer DSO deals. However, with rates beginning to come down, some dental industry executives are forecasting an uptick in activity.
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USOSM adds five oral surgeons to network
Irving, Texas-based U.S. Oral Surgery Management added five surgeons to its practices in August.
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The layoffs changing dentistry
Several companies have announced layoffs over the last year to help recover from certain challenges and drive operational performance.
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Hospitals sell, close dental clinics: 2 updates
A hospital and a health system recently announced they would be closing and selling off dental clinics.
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4 dental Medicaid updates in 2 weeks
Here are four updates on Medicaid in the dental space that Becker's has reported on since Aug. 6:
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Nevada dental practices add Solea dental laser
Two dental practices in Reno, Nev., have integrated the Solea All-Tissue Dental Laser to improve patient care.
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How dentists' experience level impacts DSO affiliation rates
Dentists with less experience are more likely to be affiliated with a DSO, according to data from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute.
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11 specialty DSOs to know
Several specialty-focused DSOs and MSOs have made a name for themselves in recent years by launching alternative affiliation options for providers and creating expansive networks across the U.S.
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Sage Dental enters Alabama
Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental announced its first practice openings in Alabama.
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Tooth fairy cuts spending for 1st time in 5 years — price per tooth drops to $5.84
Delta Dental Plans Association's 2024 Original Tooth Fairy Poll found that tooth fairy giving dropped for the first time in five years.
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Oral Surgery Partners appoints new CEO
Sohail Malad joined St. Louis-based Oral Surgery Partners as its new CEO Aug. 12.
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Dentsply Sirona CFO resigns
Dentsply Sirona Executive Vice President and CFO Glenn Coleman will step down from his role Nov. 7 after nearly two years with the company.
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What 2 DSO giants will prioritize to finish 2024 strong
Heartland Dental and PDS Health have positioned themselves to finish 2024 on a high note through technological advancements, organic and inorganic growth and improvements in patient care.
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The importance of clinical audits in dentistry: Dr. Barry Lyon
Clinical audits can play a critical role in ensuring the success of a dental practice, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
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'The best is yet to come': Dental365 celebrates 10-year milestone
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 is determined to build on its commitment of advancing dentistry in the future as the company celebrates its 10-year anniversary.
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AAOMS releases new guidance for TMJ disorders
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons created new guidance for evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients with temporomandibular joint disorders and intra-articular pain and dysfunction.
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6 updates on Georgia's dental industry in 50 days
Here are six updates on dentistry in Georgia, as reported by Becker's since July 2:
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Kentucky dentist arrested in murder case allowed to continue managing practice
A Kentucky dentist arrested in connection with a murder that took place in 2023 will be able to continue managing his dental practice, CBS affiliate WYMT reported Aug. 19.
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ADA report presses Congress on dental Medicaid reform
The American Dental Association is urging Congress to create policies that make it easier for Medicaid patients to receive oral health services and dentists to enroll in Medicaid.
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Aspen Dental to open Nevada practice in former restaurant
Chicago-based Aspen Dental is planning to open a practice location in Carson City, Nev., at the site of a former restaurant, according to an Aug. 18 report by Nevada Appeal.
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