Today's Top 20 Stories
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What dentists should look for in a DSO
There are several factors dentists should consider when deciding which DSO to affiliate with, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
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Orthodontics leader Dr. Rolf Behrents announces retirement
Rolf Behrents, DDS, PhD, will retire May 31, 2025.
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BBB refers HiSmile product claims to regulatory authorities for review
The Better Business Bureau National Programs’ National Advertising Division referred HiSmile to other regulatory authorities for review of certain product claims.
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What the fastest-growing DSO has accomplished since 2020
Miami-based Guardian Dentistry Partners was recently ranked among the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list.
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Atlanta dentist, radio personality dies at 66
Marlon Jackson, DDS, a dentist and radio personality in Atlanta, died at age 66, according to an Aug. 29 report by Rolling Out.
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Minnesota dental practice celebrates 50 years of service
A dental practice in Lakeville, Minn., has reached the milestone of 50 years of service, according to an Aug. 28 report by Sun This Week.
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Colorado dental practice closes after 2-year search for a buyer fails
Ridgewood (Colo.) Family Dentistry is closing due to staffing challenges and being unable to find a buyer, according to an Aug. 18 report by Ouray County Plaindealer.
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10 orthodontics updates to know
From new practice openings to clinical treatment news, here are 10 orthodontics updates that Becker's has reported on since July 2:
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7 oral surgery updates to know
From leadership changes to new MSO affiliations, here are seven oral surgery-related updates that have taken place since July 29:
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Dentists per capita in all 50 states and DC
The District of Columbia has the highest number of general dentists per capita at 66.95 dentists for every 100,000 residents. Hawaii is the state with the highest per-capita count at 51.72.
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What dental leaders told us in August
This month, several dental industry leaders spoke with Becker's about how DSO consolidation will evolve, opportunities to advance oral healthcare under the next White House administration and how millennials and Gen Zers are changing dentistry.
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Dentistry's biggest concerns: Industry leaders speak out
The current gap in the dental workforce, the large amount of student debt dental school graduates have and the reduced access to dental care are three of the biggest concerns that leaders in dentistry have about the industry.
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What dental leaders want from the next White House administration
Several dental industry leaders want the next White House administration to invest more in public oral health education initiatives and expand medical and dental benefits for patients.
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Dental Care Alliance welcomes new chief clinical officer
Sarasota, Fla.-based Dental Care Alliance recently appointed Eric Tobler, DMD, as chief clinical officer.
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75% of dentists work in single-location dental practices
Three-quarters of all dentists in the U.S. work in a dental practice that only has one location, according to data from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute.
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Patterson Dental net sales drop 3%
Patterson Dental recorded net sales totaling $550.4 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2025, according to an Aug. 28 news release.
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Orthodontic company upgrades its clear aligner system
Franklin, Ind.-based G&H Orthodontics released updates to its Tune clear aligner system, giving orthodontists more control over treatment plans.
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Connecticut dentists pay $1.7M to settle False Claims Act allegations
Two Connecticut dentists agreed to pay $1.7 million to resolve allegations that they violated the federal and state False Claims Acts.
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ADA emphasizes support for water fluoridation following NTP report
The American Dental Association reiterated its support for water fluoridation following a new report from the National Toxicology Program linking higher fluoride exposure to lower IQs in children.
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1 dental industry trend that needs to be reversed
Misinformation about dental care and treatments has increased in the industry, leading to negative repercussions for patients and providers, according to one DSO exec.
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