Today's Top 20 Stories
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New Massachusetts law increases oversight of investors, MSOs: 5 notes for dental leaders
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a bill that increases oversight of the healthcare market, affecting private equity companies, MSOs and other entities, The National Law Review reported Jan. 10.
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Virginia dentist suspended for practicing outside the scope of his license
The Virginia Board of Dentistry has indefinitely suspended the dental license of Craig Zunka, DDS, for practicing outside the scope of his license.
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The importance of going 'all-in' on partnerships to attract top talent
Hackensack, N.J.-based Max Surgical Specialty Management has made waves in the oral surgery space, reaching 25 total practices by the end of 2024.
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The biggest trends 4 DSO execs are following
DSO executives are keeping a close eye on several trends this year as competition heats up in the field.
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Where dentists stand on water fluoridation
More than 90% of dentists support community water fluoridation as a public health measure, according to a survey from the American Dental Association.
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New Jersey DSO acquired by private equity firm
Avenel, N.J.-based Eastern Dental Management has been acquired by Branford Castle Partners, a private equity firm.
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GPS Dental adds 11 practices
Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental recently added 11 practices to its network.
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Heartland Dental hires VP of government affairs
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental has hired Chris Tampio as its new vice president of government affairs.
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5 dental industry updates in Texas
Here are five dental industry updates that have taken place since Dec. 18:
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Texas dentist unable to retire because of student loan payments: 8 notes
Gilda Casas, DDS, says her student loan payments are threatening her ability to retire, NBC affiliate News 4 San Antonio reported Jan. 8.
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Bill to improve dental care for veterans signed into law
President Joe Biden signed a bill that aims to modernize the delivery of care and benefits, including dental care, to veterans and caregivers.
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Owner of dental management company pleads guilty to tax evasion
The owner of a dental practice management company pleaded guilty to tax evasion.
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Waitlist grows for Arizona city's 1st dental clinic
The waitlist for a new dental clinic in Arizona City, Ariz., is growing daily leading up to the clinic's opening later this month, the Arizona City Independent reported Jan. 9.
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Florida lawmakers aim to create dental therapy council: 5 things to know
Newly filed corresponding bills in the Florida House of Representatives and Senate seek to establish a dental therapy council, according to a Jan. 8 report from News 4 JAX.
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Kentucky bill proposed to make water fluoridation programs optional
A bill in the Kentucky House of Representatives was introduced that would amend state laws to make water fluoridation programs optional, according to a Jan. 9 report from Courier Journal.
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2025's biggest hurdles for dentists
Staffing shortages, insurance issues and increasing expenses are the biggest obstacles facing dental practices in 2025, according to a survey from the American Dental Association.
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Financial challenges shutter dental offices: 3 updates
Several dental offices have closed in recent weeks as dentist owners struggle to stay afloat financially.
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ADA urges infection control measures amid virus surge: 5 notes
The American Dental Association is encouraging dentists to stay vigilant about infection control measures as multiple viruses surge across the U.S.
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5 dental industry updates in North Carolina
Here are five dental industry updates that have taken place in North Carolina since Dec. 5:
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Low-income dental clinic finds new home after $695K grant: 5 notes
St. Mary Health Center Medical and Dental Clinic in Wilmington, N.C., has purchased a new building to continue seeing patients after receiving a $695,000 grant, WWAY reported Dec. 20.
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