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MB2 Dental receives 3 business awards
Dallas-based MB2 Dental has been named a winner of two Stevie Awards and a winner in D CEO's 2024 Mergers and Acquisitions Awards program.
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How 1 new DSO will prioritize value to fuel growth
Danbury, Conn.-based Archway Dental Partners is focusing on making smart, value-driven partnerships to expand its network this year.
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6 dental staffing updates in May
Here are six updates on the dental staffing sector that Becker's has reported on in May:
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The next big focus for DSOs this year
Inflation could be driving DSOs to place more emphasis on creating value within their network, according to Adam Richichi, CEO of Danbury, Conn.-based Archway Dental Partners.
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Dentistry's highest-paid CEO
Align Technology CEO Joseph Hogan was recently ranked among the highest-paid CEOs in the U.S., The Wall Street Journal reported May 21.
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Washington oral surgeon surrenders license
A Washington oral surgeon recently surrendered his license.
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3 new dental school deans so far in 2024
Here are three dental schools that have appointed new deans that Becker's has reported on so far in 2024:
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Dental assistant hourly pay vs. minimum wage in each state
Dental assistants earn about $30.17 per hour in Minnesota, the state with the highest average hourly wage for dental assistants, compared to the state's minimum wage of $8.85.
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Dr. Chris Bogue installed as president of Iowa Dental Association
Chris Bogue, DDS, was recently installed as the 161st president of the Iowa Dental Association.
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American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry honors dentists for contributions to field
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recently honored more than a dozen dentists for their contributions to the field.
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DentalMonitoring gets FDA-approval for remote monitoring device
DentalMonitoring, an orthodontic software and AI company, earned De Novo approval from the FDA for a medical device software.
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Wisconsin dental clinic CEO retires after 17 years
Community Smiles Dental CEO Renee Ramirez will retire after 17 years in her role, Greater Milwaukee Today reported May 21.
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Florida governor signs bill updating the dental claims process
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis recently signed 10 bills, including one to make changes to the dental insurance claims process in the state.
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Boston dental office, manager charged with Medicaid fraud, unlicensed dentistry
A Massachusetts dental practice and its office manager were recently charged with Medicaid fraud, performing unlicensed dentistry, assault and battery.
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Gen4 Dental Partners closes on $315M credit facility
Tempe, Ariz.-based Gen4 Dental Partners secured a $315 million credit facility to continue its growth and invest in technology.
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Minnesota to become 9th state to join interstate compact
Minnesota is expected to become the 9th state to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist compact.
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Dental organizations send letter addressing Medicaid access issues in Massachusetts
The American Alliance for Dental Insurance Quality and the Massachusetts Dental Society released a letter concerning access to care problems in the Massachusetts Medicaid system.
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8 DSOs expanding in the South in 45 days
Here are eight DSOs and dental groups that have added practices in the South that Becker's has reported on since April 3:
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The states where 7 dental professions earn the most
The average annual salary for dental professions, including dentists, dental hygienists and orthodontists, vary widely from state to state, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Dr. Nicolaas Geurs named dean of UAB School of Dentistry
The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry appointed Nicolass Geurs, DDS, as its next dean.
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