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  1. Oregon college earns CODA approval for dental hygiene program
    Grants Pass, Ore.-based Rogue Community College received accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation for its new dental hygiene program.
  2. Align Technology launches Invisalign promo program at Costco
    Tempe, Ariz.-based Align Technology has partnered with Costco to create a promotional pilot program for Invisalign treatment.
  3. 5 dental industry executive moves in 3 days
    There has been increased activity in the dental industry when it comes to executive moves, with four appointments and one resignation in the past three days. 
  1. Illinois pediatric dental practice opens 2nd location
    Brush Pediatric Dentistry opened a practice in Downers Grove, Ill., its second office location.
  2. Dental organizations double down on opposition to NIH restructuring bill: 6 notes
    Several dental organizations signed a letter opposing a proposal to restructure the National Institutes of Health. 
  3. Imagen Dental Partners expands network in 3 states
    Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Imagen Dental Partners recently added partner practices in California, Oregon and Ohio. 
  4. 2 tech investments DSOs are doubling down on
    More DSOs are adding artificial intelligence and salivary diagnostic technology to enhance patient care.

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  1. How TAG University has grown in its 1st year
    Chicago-based The Aspen Group is celebrating the one-year anniversary of The Aspen Group University, the company's learning and development programs.
  2. Florida county to open dental clinic
    The Pasco County Health Department is set to open a dental clinic inside its facility in Hudson, Fla., according to an Aug. 21 news report by Bay News 9.
  3. 4 data breaches affecting dental practices
    Here are four recent data breach affecting dental practices:
  4. Aspen Dental opens Texas office
    Chicago-based Aspen Dental recently opened an office in Lewisville, Texas, Community Impact reported Aug. 22.

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  1. 2 states disciplining dentists
    Here are two dentists who recently had actions taken against their licenses by state dental boards:
  2. New report links high fluoride exposure to lower IQs: 9 notes
    A new report from the National Toxicology Program concluded that higher levels of fluoride exposure are associated with lower IQ in children. 
  3. Data breach at Minnesota dental practice affects 38,000
    Minneapolis-based The Dental Specialists experienced a data breach that affects an estimated 38,442 individuals, according to an Aug. 21 article from an attorney from Console and Associates published by JD Supra.
  4. What a Harris-Walz ticket could mean for oral healthcare
    With the 2024 presidential election approaching, many healthcare leaders are keeping an eye on each candidate's stances on healthcare policies. 
  5. Seattle dental practice broken into 3 times in the same night
    A group of thieves broke into the building of a Seattle dental practice three separate times in one night, according to an Aug. 22 report by KOMO News.
  6. Why flexibility is the next most critical skill for dental leaders
    Many dental executives see flexibility as one of the most important skills for leaders in the dental and healthcare industries as these fields continue to rapidly evolve over time. 
  7. Heartland Dental continues Florida expansion
    Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental partnered with a dental practice in Florida to continue expanding its network.
  8. How DSO affiliation rates have changed in every state year-over-year
    The percentage of DSO-affiliated dentists in the U.S. slightly increased in 2023 compared to 2022, according to data from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute. 
  9. ADA appoints vice president of governance
    The American Dental Association recently promoted Michelle Kruse to the role of associate vice president of governance.  

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