Today's Top 20 Stories
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Specialized Dental Partners continues expansion in South Carolina
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners recently added a South Carolina practice to its network.
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It's a game of 'musical chairs and Russian dolls': DSO exec on consolidation
Patience is an important virtue for DSOs to hold for the rest of 2024 and beyond, as consolidation in the dental industry could pick up with large, well-funded DSOs beginning to acquire smaller groups.
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Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut CEO to retire
Dennis Wilson, president and CEO of Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut, is planning to retire Dec. 31, 2024.
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California dental practice relocates
Montecito, Calif.-based Riviera Smiles, led by Ana Martinez, DDS, has relocated to Carpinteria, Calif., according to a July 24 report by coastalview.com.
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Virginia clinic sees 36% increase in dental visits after expansion: 5 notes
A Virginia clinic saw a 36% increase in visits after expanding its dental facility, the Fauquier Times reported July 25.
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ZimVie launches dental implant product portfolio in the US
ZimVie, the dental spinoff company of Zimmer Biomet, launched its GenTek Genuine Restorative Components product portfolio in the U.S.
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Align Technology hits $1B in Q2 revenue: 10 notes
Invisalign manufacturer Align Technology surpassed $1 billion in total revenues during the second quarter of 2024, according to a July 24 financial report.
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Ohio joins interstate dental compact
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed a number of bills into law July 24, including one that enters the state into the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact.
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8 dental Medicaid, Medicare updates to know
From CMS proposals to states initiatives, here are eight dental-related Medicaid and Medicare updates Becker's has reported on so far in July:
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Illinois dental practice adds Yomi dental implant robot
Chicago Surgical Specialists recently added the Yomi dental implant robot to its practice.
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What PDS Health's CEO envisions next after hitting 1K practices
Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health recently added its 1,000th support practice, but the healthcare support organization will continue advocating for medical-dental integration.
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Dental Care Alliance's big year: 5 moves
Although we are only halfway through 2024, Dental Care Alliance has already had a notable year filled with new milestones and accomplishments.
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What's next for pediatric dentistry
While several strides have been made to improve access to care for pediatric dental patients, demand is expected to continue for providers in this field, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
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7 Pennsylvania dental updates in 50 days
Here are seven updates on the dental industry that Becker's has reported on since June 5:
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U of Colorado creates geriatric dental medicine fellowship
The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine is launching a geriatric dental medicine fellowship program.
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Pearl generates record-breaking $58M investment
Dental AI company Pearl raised $58 million in series B funding, marking the largest ever investment in dental AI technology.
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The investments DSOs can't afford to miss
The DSO field has had an active year so far, with many companies investing in several key areas to fuel growth and enhance patient care.
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8 dental deals totaling $168M+
Here are eight dental industry deals Becker's has reported on in the last two months totaling more than $168 million:
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Inside Smile Doctors' 2024 moves
Dallas-based Smile Doctors, the largest orthodontics-focused DSO in the U.S., has added four affiliates and 15 locations in 2024.
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Illinois DSO partners with VideaHealth
Schaumburg, Ill.-based DecisionOne Dental Partners, a DSO operating more than 35 locations, has selected VideaHealth as its dental AI partner.
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