Today's Top 20 Stories
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Eliminating dental deserts through support and mentorship
We know that access to dental care is crucial not only for oral health, but also overall well-being. Unfortunately, for the over 60 million Americans who live in dental deserts where there are fewer than one dentist per 5,000 people, access to dental care is an unattainable luxury.
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Align Technology to pay $27.5M to settle antitrust lawsuit
Invisalign manufacturer Align Technology has agreed to pay $27.5 million to settle allegations that it participated in anticompetitive conduct that drove up the prices of SmileDirectClub aligners.
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5 updates on the Texas dental industry from August
Here are five headlines on the dental industry in Texas, as reported by Becker's in August:
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MB2 Dental adds California partner
Dallas-based MB2 Dental partnered with Kiran Khemani, DDS, owner of a dental practice in California.
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Florida dental lab to double workforce, relocate to expanded facility
Tampa, Fla.-based Cadmus Dental Lab is relocating to a 21,400-square-foot facility to make room for an expanded workforce, Business Observer reported Aug. 29.
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How DSOs can improve RCM to boost the patient experience
Revenue cycle management is an important aspect of running a dental practice or DSO when it comes to efficient payment collection, as well as creating a positive experience for the patient.
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Benco Dental acquires 2 supply companies
Benco Dental, a dental supply and equipment company, recently acquired M&S Dental Supply and A-Dent Dental Equipment.
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Allied OMS promotes vice president of business development
Southlake, Texas-based Allied OMS promoted Joelle Duroseau to the role of vice president of business development.
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The trends driving DSO growth
The accelerated rates of consolidation and technology adoption have been driving DSO growth, but strategies to future-proof an organization could be key to ensuring sustainable growth.
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6 clinical leadership updates for dentists to know
From new treatment guidelines to concerns about new legislation, here are six recent clinical leadership updates dentists should know:
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Dental hygienists per capita in all 50 states and DC
New Hampshire has the highest number of dental hygienists per capita out of any state at 105.33 hygienists for every 100,000 residents.
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What dentists should look for in a DSO
There are several factors dentists should consider when deciding which DSO to affiliate with, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
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Orthodontics leader Dr. Rolf Behrents announces retirement
Rolf Behrents, DDS, PhD, will retire May 31, 2025.
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BBB refers HiSmile product claims to regulatory authorities for review
The Better Business Bureau National Programs’ National Advertising Division referred HiSmile to other regulatory authorities for review of certain product claims.
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What the fastest-growing DSO has accomplished since 2020
Miami-based Guardian Dentistry Partners was recently ranked among the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list.
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Atlanta dentist, radio personality dies at 66
Marlon Jackson, DDS, a dentist and radio personality in Atlanta, died at age 66, according to an Aug. 29 report by Rolling Out.
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Minnesota dental practice celebrates 50 years of service
A dental practice in Lakeville, Minn., has reached the milestone of 50 years of service, according to an Aug. 28 report by Sun This Week.
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Colorado dental practice closes after 2-year search for a buyer fails
Ridgewood (Colo.) Family Dentistry is closing due to staffing challenges and being unable to find a buyer, according to an Aug. 18 report by Ouray County Plaindealer.
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10 orthodontics updates to know
From new practice openings to clinical treatment news, here are 10 orthodontics updates that Becker's has reported on since July 2:
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7 oral surgery updates to know
From leadership changes to new MSO affiliations, here are seven oral surgery-related updates that have taken place since July 29:
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