Today's Top 20 Stories
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3 Alaska dentists plead no contest in fraud case
Three Alaska dentists pleaded no contest to one misdemeanor count of medical assistance fraud, Alaska Public Radio reported Nov. 14.
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5 updates on specialty DSOs
Here are five updates to know on five specialty DSOs that Becker's has reported on since Oct. 24:
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Florida retail building with PDS Health practice sold for $3.4M
A retail property in Orlando, Fla., that includes a PDS Health practice was recently sold for $3.4 million, rebusinessonline.com reported Nov. 14.
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5 federal government, policy updates for dentists to know
Here are five federal updates Becker's has reported on since Oct. 30:
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Texas woman arrested for unlicensed dentistry
A Texas woman is accused of practicing dentistry without a license, according to a Nov. 14 report by Click2Houston.
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7 things to know about the best dental school in the world
The University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor was recently ranked as the best dental school in the world by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy.
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How dental care is evolving in the worst states for dental health
Arkansas, Louisiana and West Virginia were recently ranked among the worst states for dental health in the U.S.
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Pediatric dental practice opens California location
Sacramento, Calif.-based Children's Choice Dental Care has opened a practice in Bakersfield, Calif., according to a Nov. 13 report by Bakersfield.com.
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Solventum launches 3D printed clear aligner attachments
Solventum, formerly known as 3M Health Care, introduced 3M Clarity Precision Grip Attachments for clear aligners.
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Washington dental board suspends license of Hawaii dentist
The Washington Dental Quality Assurance Commission indefinitely suspended the license of Karen Sheppard, DDS, a dentist in Hawaii.
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More females graduated dental school than males in 2023: 7 things to know
There were more female graduates from dental schools compared to male graduates in 2023, according to data from the American Dental Association.
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Dental365 opens expanded pediatric office in New York
Little Smiles of Port Washington (N.Y.) has reopened in a new office and has expanded its services to include orthodontics.
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Idaho man sentenced for extortion attempt against Florida orthodontist
An Idaho man was recently sentenced for a hacking and extortion scheme that involved several organizations and businesses, including a Florida orthodontics office.
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Max Surgical Specialty Management hits 25-practice milestone
Hackensack, N.J.-based Max Surgical Specialty Management has reached 25 practice locations and expanded its surgeon network by nearly 60% in 2024.
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North Carolina college to launch dental hygiene program: 5 things to know
The Wilkesboro, N.C.-based Wilkes Community College of Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a dental hygiene program, according to a Nov. 13 report by Wilkes Journal-Patriot.
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How Trump's 2nd term could impact dentistry
Less regulation, the impact on debt markets and products becoming more affordable are three ways that Donald Trump's second presidential term may affect dentistry.
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Dental365 provides care to 100+ veterans during free dentistry event
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 provided dental care to more than 100 veterans during its Free Day of Dentistry Nov. 10.
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Insurance reform, bankruptcies and more: 4 predictions for dentistry in 2025
Many dental industry leaders are looking ahead to 2025 and what the year will bring for dentistry.
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The changes 5 dentists want to see in 2025
As we approach the end of the year, many dentists are focusing on their goals for 2025 and changes they'd like to see next year.
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Texas dental clinic employee sentenced for bribery scheme
A Texas dental clinic employee was sentenced to six years in prison for his role in a $6 million fraud and bribery scheme.
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