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  1. Maryland dental clinic reopens after months-long closure
    The Carroll County Health Department dental clinic in Westminster, Md., reopened after going nearly a year without a dentist, The Baltimore Sun reported Nov. 22.
  2. 4 dental private equity investments in 1 month
    Here are four DSOs and dental organizations that have received private equity investments, as reported by Becker's since Oct. 29:
  3. Vermont struggles with lack of dental providers: 6 notes
    The rate at which Vermont has lost dental providers over the last few years has led to poor oral health among residents, vtdigger reported Nov. 21.
  1. A rocky month for dental technology
    The dental technology sector has had a difficult month as companies deal with a challenging business market, forcing some executives to make tough decisions to ensure stability and future success. 
  2. Adult dental Medicaid reimbursement rates in 2024 vs. 2022
    There are eight states where Medicaid fee-for-service reimbursement as a percentage of average dentist charges for adult dental services is at least 50% in 2024, up from seven states in 2022. 
  3. Virginia dentist's license suspended for self-prescribing controlled drugs
    The Virginia Board of Dentistry has suspended the dental license of Christina Mills, DDS, for prescribing controlled substances to herself and her children for non-therapeutic purposes.
  4. South Dakota dentist relocates practice
    Rapid City, S.D.-based Wilson Park Dental has relocated its practice to a larger location.

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  1. Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners expands into Texas
    Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners recently added its first Texas practice.
  2. Texas dental practice opens 2nd location
    Fairbanks Dental Associates has expanded to two practice locations in Temple and Belton, Texas.
  3. Dentists warned of scam calls targeting their license: 5 things to know
    The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs issued a warning to the public about phone scammers impersonating government officials to target dental professionals, according to a Nov. 20 news release from the agency.
  4. 3Shape, Medit settle patent infringement case: 3 things to know
    Intraoral scanner provider 3Shape and dental 3D scanner provider Medit settled U.S. patent infringement litigation, according to a Nov. 21 news release from 3Shape. 

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  1. Nevada adds regulations for dental therapists: 4 notes
    The Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners recently adopted new regulations for dental therapists. 
  2. California tackles dentistry issues: 4 new laws
    California has passed several laws this year to improve workforce shortages, boost funding for dental initiatives and increase accessibility. 
  3. Lawsuit filed against California dentist charged with sexual battery
    A lawsuit has been filed against a California dentist who was arrested earlier this month and charged with sexual battery against patients, according to a Nov. 20 report by KSBW.
  4. New California law reforms certification requirements for orthodontic assistants: 3 notes
    A new California law that removes barriers to becoming an orthodontic assistant was recently passed.
  5. Top 10 largest DSOs headed into 2025
    The top 10 largest DSOs in the U.S. support more than 6,800 dental offices combined.
  6. Law firm launches investigation against Dentsply Sirona for securities fraud: 6 notes
    Kaskela Law has launched an investigation against Dentsply Sirona for potential securities fraud on behalf of investors.
  7. Aspen Dental to open Virginia office
    Chicago-based Aspen Dental plans to open an office in Woodbridge, Va., Prince William Living reported Nov. 19.
  8. 2 DSOs entering Massachusetts in 2024
    Here are two DSOs that expanded their networks into Massachusetts this year:
  9. Heartland Dental adds Florida practice
    Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental recently acquired Blue Spring Dental Care in Orange City, Fla. 

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