Today's Top 20 Stories
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Former Aspen Dental employee files discrimination, harassment suit
A former dental assistant filed a lawsuit alleging workplace discrimination and harassment against FL Dental and Aspen Dental Management, according to an Oct. 18 report by the Florida Record.
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Oral surgery practice to open North Carolina location
Vista Oral Surgery & Implants is planning to open a practice in Raleigh, N.C., according to an Oct. 17 report by RALtoday.
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The operational warning signs DSOs should watch out for
There are several tips for DSO leaders to pivot their operations and prepare for an economic downturn or other negative event that could impact their practices.
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US copes with IV fluid shortages: 5 updates for dental leaders
Healthcare leaders and providers are adjusting their practices to the nationwide IV fluid shortage caused by Hurricane Helene.
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ADA launches corporate venture program: 5 things to know
The American Dental Association has created ADA Corporate Ventures, according to an Oct. 18 news release.
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Dental programs, devices securing FDA approval
Here are six dental softwares, devices and AI programs that have received FDA clearance, as reported by Becker's since Aug. 6:
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Specialized Dental Partners expands in Minnesota
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners recently added a partner practice in Minnesota.
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Georgia dental group offers relief in wake of Helene: 4 things to know
The Georgia Dental Association has stepped in to offer relief to dentists, dental students and the public in response to Hurricane Helene, according to an Oct. 18 news release.
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Venture capital investments in orthodontics hits $100M
The orthodontics and orthopedics oral health space in dentistry has received more than $100 million in venture capital funding so far in 2024, according to an Oct. 15 report by CareQuest Innovation Partners.
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New Jersey man arrested for practicing dentistry without a license
Police in Fairfield, N.J., recently arrested a man accused of practicing dentistry without a license, New Jersey 101.5 reported Oct. 18.
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Has private equity helped dentistry?
Private equity has become a big player in dentistry, but there is no consensus on whether it has been beneficial to the industry.
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6 dental industry updates in North Carolina
From legal challenges to practice acquisitions, here are six dental industry updates that have taken place in North Carolina since Sept. 5:
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Low-income dental clinic files restraining order against church owner: 10 notes
St. Mary's Health Center Medical and Dental Clinic in Wilmington, N.C., has filed a restraining order against the Basilica of St. Mary, WECT reported Oct. 17.
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California dentist, employees charged with Medicaid fraud
A California dentist and five of his employees were recently charged with defrauding the state Medi-Cal program of nearly $900,000.
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Car crashes into Illinois dental office
A driver was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries after crashing their vehicle into an Illinois dental office, WLS reported Oct. 17.
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What dental leaders see for the future of AI
AI is here to stay in the dental industry, but how it could impact dentistry in the future is still up for debate.
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New York State Dental Association reaffirms water fluoridation support: 5 notes
The New York State Dental Association is continuing to support the addition of fluoride to water to prevent tooth decay, according to an Oct. 17 news release shared with Becker's.
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Dr. Bill Sasser receives ADA Humanitarian Award
Bill Sasser, DMD, was recently named the recipient of the ADA's 2024 Humanitarian Award.
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The ADA's support for dentist-friendly tax policies: 6 things to know
The American Dental Association expressed its support for tax policies to benefit dental professionals, according to an Oct. 16 news release.
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Venture capital funding in dental AI climbs to $145M in 2024
The oral health AI and machine learning sector has received significant venture capital funding, according to an Oct. 15 report by CareQuest Innovation Partners.
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