Today's Top 20 Stories
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Smile Partners appoints new CEO
Troy, Mich.-based Smile Partners USA has appointed Dave Gaspar as CEO.
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4 state bills changing dentistry
Here are four bills affecting dental care:
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4 DSOs reaching 100 offices
Several DSOs have hit major milestones this year as they've expanded their networks to 100-plus dental offices.
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Dental students more interested in private practice after graduation: Report
The percentage of dental students interested in private practice after graduation has increased by three percentage points in the last 10 years, according to the American Dental Education Association's Trends in Dental Education report for the 2023-24 academic year.
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6 ways students are paying for dental school
More than 60% of dental students are using loans to fund their education, according to the American Dental Education Association's Trends in Dental Education report for the 2023-24 academic year.
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Iowa dental practice to open at former McDonald's location
A pediatric dental practice is planning to open in Marion, Iowa, at the site of a former McDonald's, according to an Oct. 29 report by Iowa News Now.
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The Smilist's growth in 2024: 3 key moves
Great Neck, N.Y.-based The Smilist gained a $285 million unitranche debt facility earlier this year to fuel its growth, helping the DSO to reach nearly 100 offices across the Northeast.
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Pennsylvania bill gives dental practices payment collection options: 4 notes
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a bill into law requiring insurance companies to provide dental practices with multiple payment options, according to an Oct. 28 news release.
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More adults taking oral health more seriously: Report
There are more adults in the U.S. in 2024 who are motivated to practice preventive oral healthcare compared to 2023, according to a report from Delta Dental.
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Pearl launches 1st AI-powered dental calibration tool
Dental artificial intelligence company Pearl has launched the industry's first AI-powered clinical calibration and training tool.
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The biggest hurdles to DSO growth
DSOs have experienced a challenging year filled with inflation, staffing shortages and more.
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Law firm investigating Henry Schein data breach: 5 things to know
The law firm of Federman & Sherman has launched an investigation into dental supplier Henry Schein concerning a data breach suffered by the company, according to an Oct. 24 news release.
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UAB opens oral surgery clinic
The University of Alabama at Birmingham has opened an oral surgery clinic in Inverness, Ala.
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Pediatric DSO receives $25M in financing: 4 things to know
A DSO focused on providing care to pediatric Medicaid patients has secured $25 million in financing to support future growth, according to an Oct. 29 news release.
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Utah college opens dental hygienist training center: 5 things to know
Orem-based Utah Valley University has opened a dental hygiene lab and community dental clinic, according to an Oct. 25 news release.
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Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry acquires Pennsylvania practice
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Leading Edge Oral Surgery has acquired Keith Silverstein Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Paoli, Pa.
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Specialty Smile Partners appoints VP of operations
Eau Claire, Wis.-based Specialty Smile Partners has hired Jared Ayes as its vice president of operations.
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GPS Dental adds 9 practices
Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has added nine practices to its network.
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CareQuest invests in virtual oral care platform
Grin, a virtual care platform for digital oral health, has received an investment from CareQuest Innovation Partners.
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Vermont dental provider, CEO part ways
Staurt May, CEO of Morrisville, Vt.-based Lamoille Health Partners, has stepped down from his role at the community health center, according to an Oct. 25 report by VTDigger.
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