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  1. How dental care is evolving in the worst states for dental health
    Arkansas, Louisiana and West Virginia were recently ranked among the worst states for dental health in the U.S.
  2. Pediatric dental practice opens California location
    Sacramento, Calif.-based Children's Choice Dental Care has opened a practice in Bakersfield, Calif., according to a Nov. 13 report by Bakersfield.com.
  3. Solventum launches 3D printed clear aligner attachments
    Solventum, formerly known as 3M Health Care, introduced 3M Clarity Precision Grip Attachments for clear aligners.
  1. Washington dental board suspends license of Hawaii dentist
    The Washington Dental Quality Assurance Commission indefinitely suspended the license of Karen Sheppard, DDS, a dentist in Hawaii.
  2. More females graduated dental school than males in 2023: 7 things to know
    There were more female graduates from dental schools compared to male graduates in 2023, according to data from the American Dental Association.
  3. Dental365 opens expanded pediatric office in New York
    Little Smiles of Port Washington (N.Y.) has reopened in a new office and has expanded its services to include orthodontics. 
  4. Idaho man sentenced for extortion attempt against Florida orthodontist
    An Idaho man was recently sentenced for a hacking and extortion scheme that involved several organizations and businesses, including a Florida orthodontics office. 

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  1. Max Surgical Specialty Management hits 25-practice milestone
    Hackensack, N.J.-based Max Surgical Specialty Management has reached 25 practice locations and expanded its surgeon network by nearly 60% in 2024.
  2. North Carolina college to launch dental hygiene program: 5 things to know
    The Wilkesboro, N.C.-based Wilkes Community College of Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a dental hygiene program, according to a Nov. 13 report by Wilkes Journal-Patriot.
  3. How Trump's 2nd term could impact dentistry
    Less regulation, the impact on debt markets and products becoming more affordable are three ways that Donald Trump's second presidential term may affect dentistry.
  4. Dental365 provides care to 100+ veterans during free dentistry event
    New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 provided dental care to more than 100 veterans during its Free Day of Dentistry Nov. 10. 

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  1. Insurance reform, bankruptcies and more: 4 predictions for dentistry in 2025
    Many dental industry leaders are looking ahead to 2025 and what the year will bring for dentistry.
  2. The changes 5 dentists want to see in 2025
    As we approach the end of the year, many dentists are focusing on their goals for 2025 and changes they'd like to see next year. 
  3. Texas dental clinic employee sentenced for bribery scheme
    A Texas dental clinic employee was sentenced to six years in prison for his role in a $6 million fraud and bribery scheme.
  4. New primary bidder named to acquire Biolase assets: 6 notes
    A South Korean dental implant company has been named the winning bidder of dental laser manufacturer Biolase's assets.
  5. Dentists' top advice for new grads
    Striking work-life balance, choosing the right employer and building leadership skills are three important pieces of advice for individuals joining dentistry, according to seasoned professionals.
  6. Meet the deans of the best dental schools in the world
    Fifty-two U.S. dental schools were recently ranked among the top 300 dental schools in the world by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy.
  7. 17 DSOs entering new states in 2024
    Here are 17 DSOs that have expanded their networks into new states so far in 2024:
  8. Minnesota Dental Association reaffirms support for water fluoridation: 4 notes
    The Minnesota Dental Association has voiced its continuing support for water fluoridation amid national debate about the practice's impact on patient health.
  9. US Oral Surgery Management adds Massachusetts practice
    Irving, Texas-based U.S. Oral Surgery Management has added a Massachusetts practice to its network. 

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