Today's Top 20 Stories
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Maryland dental practice gets $70K penalty for failure to provide timely access to patient records
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights imposed a $70,000 monetary penalty against a Maryland dental practice for failing to provide timely access to patient records.
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North Carolina oral surgeon found guilty of abusing patients
A former North Carolina oral surgeon was recently found guilty of sexually assaulting patients while they were sedated, WECT reported Oct. 17.
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7 dental school updates to know
From new openings to leadership appointments, here are seven dental school updates Becker's has reported on since Sept. 30:
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Nebraska Board of Dentistry adjusts dental licensing standards: 4 notes
The Nebraska Board of Dentistry recently approved changes to its licensing standards, norfolkneradio.com reported Oct. 17.
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Arizona dental assistant sued for alleged abuse of pediatric patients
An Arizona dental assistant and the practice for which he worked are being sued after the dental assistant was accused of molesting three children while at work, according to an Oct. 17 AZFamily report.
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Guardian Dentistry Partners adds New Jersey partner
Miami-based Guardian Dentistry Partners recently added Elizabeth Fox, DMD, as a partner.
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The mistakes that could hinder DSO growth
While DSO leaders may look for ways to save costs in a tough economy, certain cuts could have a negative impact on their company's growth in the long run.
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10 dental patient trends to know
Thirty-six percent of consumers have not visited a dentist in two years, according to a new report from the American Dental Association.
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California dental school studying AI's effectiveness in dentistry
The University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco has partnered with OraQ AI to research the effectiveness of artificial intelligence in the dental industry.
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How dental patients feel about insurance: 5 notes
More than 65% of consumers have some type of dental insurance or benefit, according to a new report from the American Dental Association.
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Dental venture capital deals surpass $400M in 2024: 8 things to know
Venture capital deals in the oral health industry have surpassed a total of $400 million so far in 2024, according to an Oct. 15 report by CareQuest Innovation Partners.
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eternalHealth reveals 2025 Medicare Advantage dental benefits
Medicare Advantage plan eternalHealth unveiled its 2025 plan options, which includes a dental benefit.
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Dr. Ashley McMillan named associate dean at Arkansas dental school
Little Rock, Ark.-based Lyon College School of Dental Medicine appointed Ashley McMillan, DDS, as associate dean for clinical affairs.
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Texas dentists to open new practice
Creekview Dental Care is preparing to open a dental practice in Leander, Texas, according to an Oct. 15 report by Community Impact.
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The Smilist expands into Massachusetts
Great Neck, N.Y.-based The Smilist added two practices in Massachusetts to its network, the DSO's first expansion into the state.
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How DSOs, dental practices can prepare for the next economic downturn
As the dental industry comes out of a tough couple of years for the economy, executives are looking for ways to protect their financial stability in case of a potential downturn.
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The actions 2 dentists took to adapt in a tough economy
Two dental leaders learned to pivot their operations to adapt to the challenging economic environment from the last couple of years.
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Best Medicare Advantage dental plans of 2024: Forbes
Humana, Aetna and Cigna were recently ranked by Forbes among the best Medicare Advantage dental plans.
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Illinois passes bill regulating third party financing for dental offices: 6 notes
The Illinois legislature recently approved a bill that will regulate third party financing in the dental industry.
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What dentists want from Medicaid, Medicare next
Many dentists are hesitant to participate in Medicaid or Medicare programs because of low reimbursements and administrative hassles.
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