Today's Top 20 Stories
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Dental hygienist wins Pennsylvania House seat
A dental hygienist in Pennsylvania won the seat for the state's 126th House of Representatives, according to a Nov. 5 report by Longview News-Journal.
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Dentists per capita in the best, worst states for dental health
There are 39.99 dentists for every 100,000 residents in Connecticut, the best-ranked state for dental health.
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Illinois tackles dentistry issues: 5 new laws
Illinois has passed several bills this year aimed at improving how dental services are provided, reducing billing issues and regulating certain services.
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Illinois passes dental insurance bill: 3 notes
The Illinois legislature recently passed a bill that would ban dental insurers from denying coverage for procedures they've previously authorized.
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GPS Dental's growth in 2024: 8 moves
Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has hit major milestones while expanding its network this year.
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Kentucky survey finds children's dental decay rates surpass national average
A survey by the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in Lexington found that children's dental decay rates in the state exceed the national average.
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North Carolina dental practice to build 20-operatory office
Asheville, N.C.-based Zöe Dental plans to open a 20-operatory dental practice in Asheville.
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Specialized Dental Partners adds Florida endodontics group
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners recently added Endodontic Associates to its network.
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MB2 Dental enters 43rd state
Dallas-based MB2 Dental has added its first set of practices in Massachusetts.
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Inflation's impact on dentistry: 6 notes
The rising costs of operating a dental practice over the last few years have created ongoing challenges for the dental industry, leading owners to make tough decisions to stay afloat.
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Align Technology to lay off 700 workers: 8 notes
Invisalign manufacturer Align Technology plans to lay off 700 employees worldwide.
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Best dental loans of 2024
SoFi, PenFed and Upstart are among the best loan providers for dental services in the U.S., according to a new ranking from CNBC.
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California voters pass measure to secure new dental funding: 6 notes
Proposition 35 was approved by California voters Nov. 5th to boost funding for dental and other healthcare services.
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PDS Health's growth in 2024: 14 moves
Here are 14 moves showing how Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health has grown so far this year:
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Medi-Cal Dental implements online care coordination: 3 things to know
The Medi-Cal Dental program has created online care coordination to make dental care more accessible in California, according to a Nov. 5 news release from the California Dental Association.
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3 dental groups partnering with pro sports teams
Here are three dental groups and organizations that have recently partnered with professional sports teams that Becker's has reported on since Oct. 3:
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Dental Medicaid updates in 5 states
Here are dental Medicaid updates to know across five states, as reported by Becker's since Oct. 1:
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Innovate 32 partners with Florida dental group
Nashville, Tenn.-based Innovate 32 has partnered with Marion Dental Group.
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Affordable Care's growth in 2024: 10 moves
Here are 10 updates showing how Morrisville, N.C.-based Affordable Care has expanded and supported its network this year:
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Job growth outlook for 3 dental roles
Employment of dental hygienists is expected to grow by 9% by 2033, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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