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  1. Dental offices brace for Hurricane Milton: 7 notes
    Dental offices in Florida are closing ahead of the second hurricane to hit the state in less than two weeks.
  2. AI can take the guesswork out of dentistry
    Artificial intelligence can be useful for both dentists and DSOs, but it is not always clear how dental AI is being used across large organizations. 
  3. Where dentists are losing money
    Preferred provider plans and staffing are two main areas where dentists are currently losing the most money.
  1. Missouri dental practice begins expansion project
    A Missouri dental practice has begun an expansion project that will add five treatment rooms to its office. 
  2. Pacific Dental Services Foundation awards $60K in dental assistant scholarships
    The Pacific Dental Services Foundation recently awarded more than $60,000 in scholarships to 17 dental assisting students. 
  3. ADA pushes back against new fluoride research review: 7 things to know
    The American Dental Association reiterated its support for water fluoridation after a new research review claimed that the practice is less effective.
  4. University of Pikeville breaks ground on new dental school
    The University of Pikeville (Ky.) recently broke ground on its upcoming dental school. 

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  1. Hurricane Helene causes shortage of IV fluid: 8 notes for dentists
    Dentists are being encouraged to conserve IV fluid after a major supplier was damaged by Hurricane Helene. 
  2. Why New England is a hotspot for DSO growth
    New England's supply of dentists, patient demand and dental school landscape have made it a valuable area for one DSO to operate in. 
  3. Qualitas Dental Partners' 'thoughtful' approach to network expansion
    Sharon, Mass.-based Qualitas Dental Partners chooses to be selective of potential partners, spending time to thoroughly vet practices and ensure they align with its values.
  4. 8 updates on dentistry in California in 3 weeks
    Here are eight headlines on the dental industry in California, as reported by Becker's since Sept. 12:

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  1. Pennsylvania dentist denied COVID insurance coverage payout: 8 things to know
    The Pennsylvania Supreme Court denied a dentist's COVID-19 insurance claim, reversing the ruling of lower courts. 
  2. Dental manufacturer acquires endodontic instrument producer: 5 notes
    HuFriedyGroup, a dental products manufacturer, acquired SS White Dental, according to an Oct. 4 news release. 
  3. AAOMS installs Dr. David Morrison as president
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons named David Morrison, DMD, as president for the 2024-25 term.
  4. 10 states with the worst dental care habits
    Arkansas is ranked as the state where residents have the worst dental care habits, according to a new study by San Antonio-based Celebrate Dental and Braces.
  5. 10 states with the best dental care habits
    Connecticut is ranked as the state where residents have the best dental care habits, according to a new study by San Antonio-based Celebrate Dental and Braces.
  6. 2 Louisiana dental practices merge
    Two Louisiana dental practices have merged to enhance the patient experience.
  7. Tend opens New York location
    Nashville, Tenn.-based Tend recently opened a practice location in New York City, according to an Oct. 3 report by Lic Post.
  8. Atlanta man charged with practicing unlicensed dentistry
    An Atlanta man who referred to himself as a "top veneer specialist" has been charged with practicing dentistry without a license, WSB-TV reported Oct. 3. 
  9. Average Medicaid reimbursement for child dental services in every state
    The national average Medicaid fee-for-service reimbursements as a percentage of average dentist charges for child dental services in 2024 is 39.2%, according to data from the American Dental Association.

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