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  1. American Association of Orthodontists concerned over Invisalign ads: 5 notes
    The president of the American Association of Orthodontists wrote a letter to Align Technology expressing its concerns about ads for the Invisalign Palatal Expander System. 
  2. How the DSO field has evolved and where it's headed next: Exec
    The DSO field could be looking ahead to an interesting future as companies work through current economic challenges, one industry leader says.
  3. 7 dental industry updates in Tennessee
    Here are seven dental industry updates taking place in Tennessee that Becker's has reported on since July 2: 
  1. Dental implant industry to grow $2B by 2028
    The global dental implants market size is projected to grow by $1.94 billion between 2024 and 2028.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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. 

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  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.
  5. 2 states disciplining dentists
    Here are two dentists who recently had actions taken against their licenses by state dental boards:
  6. 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. 
  7. 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.
  8. 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. 
  9. 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.

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