Today's Top 20 Stories
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The top-ranked dental insurers across 7 categories
Delta Dental was named the best overall dental insurance company in June 2024, according to Investopedia.
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West Coast vs. East Coast: Which region pays dental hygienists more?
Dental hygienists can earn an average of $123,510 in Washington, the highest-paying state for hygienists on the West Coast, compared to $101,140 in Maryland, the highest-paying state on the East Coast.
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'I was expecting everybody to come back after Covid': Why staffing shortages have dentists scratching their heads
The ongoing workforce challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic could continue affecting dentistry for at least a few more years as practice owners and industry executives find the best ways to retain staff.
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Median income for specialty dentists reached $290K in 2023
The median net income for specialty dentists in private practice was $291,500 in 2023, according to data from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute.
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Inside Sage Dental's Southeastern expansion blueprint
Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental has started to widen its reach, recently announcing plans to open its first practices in Tennessee, driven by a regional expansion strategy.
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Specialized Dental Partners expands in South Carolina
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners recently added a South Carolina endodontics practice to its network.
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The growing threat dentists may not be prepared for
General dentists may not be prepared for a cybersecurity incident as the possibility of these attacks grows, according to Huzefa Kapadia, DDS.
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Tooth regrowth drug to undergo 1st human trial
Researchers developing a tooth regeneration drug are set to conduct the first human trial for the drug, according to a June 23 report by Fox 5.
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Texas dental practice closes abruptly
A dental practice in San Antonio closed suddenly, leaving patients unsure of its future, according to a June 21 report by Fox SA.
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How dentist compensation compares to inflation
The average annual salary for dentists increased by 11.3% between 2023 and 2024, while inflation is currently down by 19.5%.
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Florida dental practice adds dental implant robot
Miami-based Gables Sedation & Family Dentistry recently started using the Yomi dental implant robot.
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4 state bills affecting dentistry
Here are four state bills affecting clear aligners, dental insurance practices, staffing and more:
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Truck crashes into North Carolina dental office
A truck recently crashed into the side of Hometown Family Dental in Vass, N.C., Sandhills Sentinel reported June 20.
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Arizona woman charged with practicing unlicensed dentistry out of her home
An Arizona woman was recently charged with practicing unlicensed dentistry, ABC 15 Arizona reported June 20.
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New oral health report highlights 'knowledge gap' among US adults: 6 insights
Fifty percent of adults in the U.S. are not aware of the link between poor oral health and heart disease, according to Proclaim's new "Oral Health Insights Report."
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Minnesota specialty dental practice to open 5th location
Camp Smile Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is set to open its fourth location in Minnesota.
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South Dakota college to launch new dental hygiene program
Watertown, S.D.-based Lake Area Technical College is creating an associate of applied sciences program in dental hygiene.
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Illinois passes bill requiring dentist visit prior to using DIY aligners
The Illinois House of Representatives and Senate passed a bill that would require individuals to visit a dentist within a year of using direct-to-consumer clear aligners, according to a June 18 report by WGEM.
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Pearl launches AI-powered dental insurance verification tool
Dental artificial intelligence company Pearl recently launched an insurance eligibility and benefits verification tool.
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Biolase delisted from Nasdaq: 3 notes
Dental laser company Biolase was recently delisted from Nasdaq for failure to meet certain requirements, effective June 20.
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