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Reflections of a Medicaid dental payer-provider at Payer Issues Roundtable, Becker's Healthcare 13th Annual Meeting
Magic Johnson, "the" Magic Johnson, provided keynote remarks on Monday, April 3. Inspirational doesn't begin to describe the buzz felt around the packed 500-person auditorium. It was love. Magic reminded us that love for humanity precedes all else.
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What will private dental practice look like 10 years from now?
As DSOs continue to grow, the future of private practice becomes more uncertain.
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How to build an ongoing legacy of mentorship
When I first started my career as an Aspen Dental practice owner nearly 20 years ago, there were barely 50 offices in the country. Now, there are more than 1,000 Aspen practices, and I will be opening my 13th practice in July.
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What role will emerging AI tech play in dentistry? 3 dentists weigh in
Artificial intelligence has grown significantly in dentistry in recent years, with several new kinds of AI-powered technology entering the field.
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'Google on steroids': Does ChatGPT have a place in dentistry?
ChatGPT has become a hot topic of conversation in the healthcare industry as doctors and execs explore ways to implement the artificial intelligence-powered technology into practice.
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Out to turn the industry upside down: Q&A with Espire Dental CEO Tim Hill
Tim Hill is the CEO of Espire Dental, a DSO that recently surpassed 25 affiliated practices.
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2 dental hygienists' best advice
There is a shortage of dental hygienists and assistants as dental practices are facing trouble hiring, creating high demand.
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How dental schools can prepare the next generation of dentists: 4 insights
A greater emphasis on business and practice management is needed in dental schools to prepare graduates for the industry, several dentists told Becker's.
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To keep or drop insurance carriers: Q&A with Dr. Mark Vitale
Mark Vitale, DMD, has been a practicing dentist in New Jersey for the past 40 years. He is also the past chair of the ADA council on government affairs, past president of the New Jersey Dental Association, and president of Dental Lifeline Network of New Jersey.
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SmileDirectClub CIO on how AI is making teeth straightening more accessible
Justin Skinner is the chief information officer at SmileDirectClub, a clear aligner company.
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Do dentists support a 32-hour workweek?
While a decrease in the standard workweek could have a positive impact on employee morale and retention, some dentists say it could bring on costly challenges for dental practices.
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Why this dentist believes DSOs threaten autonomy
DSOs are growing, but not all dentists are on board.
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5 dentists' thoughts on private equity
Private equity's presence can be felt throughout the dental industry. Here's what five dentists are saying about it:
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How 5 dentists want to see the insurance reimbursement process improved
Increasing reimbursement payouts to keep up with inflation is dentists' best solution to improve the process.
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Keeping or dropping insurance networks? 5 dentists weigh in
Reimbursements from dental insurance companies are struggling to keep up with inflation, causing major challenges for some dentists.
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Quantity over quality: The trend 1 endodontist fears most
An increased emphasis on quantity of treatments has one endodontist concerned about the quality of patient care.
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The 'Bermuda Triangle' of challenges facing dentistry, per 1 dentist
Dental insurance companies, dental schools and DSOs are pushing the dental industry into a "Bermuda Triangle" of challenges, according to one dental practice owner.
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Why 1 dentist fears consolidation in dentistry
Consolidation of dental supply companies and practices is creating a new set of challenges for practice owners, according to Robert Trager, DDS.
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The hardest choices dentists have to make
The life of a dentist is full of tough decisions, from deciding what to do after graduating dental school to having to fire staff members.
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Consolidation, rising costs and more: The top trends dental execs are most afraid of
DSO consolidation, rising operational costs and staffing shortages are among the top trends dental execs and practice owners are most afraid of in 2023.
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