Supply chain disruptions, inflation and patients neglecting their dental health are three challenges facing one New Jersey dentist. 

Maintaining oral health before, during and after cancer treatment plays a large role in overall health, according to one dental leader. 

Having strong listening skills, embracing change and inspiring others are among the qualities dental professionals look for in a leader. 

Prolonged staffing issues and accelerated consolidation are among the trends dental professionals are expecting to continue into dentistry's future.

As part of one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S., Joshua Gish, DDS, said he would describe Dental365's growth as a high speed bullet train — with no plans of slowing as the company chases its 100th location this year.

Dentists’ concerns for industry, workplace violence and consolidation are some of the topics dental professionals discussed with Becker’s this month.

The proliferation of DSOs and economic conditions in the U.S. are among the biggest concerns dental leaders have regarding the industry moving forward.

The increase in gas prices is making it challenging for dental employees to travel to work and has led some dentists to raise their staff's pay in order to keep up. 

The effects of COVID-19 are changing the industry in ways dental practices are having a hard time keeping up with, according to one dentist leader.

Dental practices are not immune to the violence that has become common in healthcare settings.

Consolidation in the dental industry has shown no signs of slowing.

Cultivating relationships, loving the profession and maintaining one's own health are among the keys to longevity in dentistry, according to four professionals who recently spoke with Becker's.

Increased patient volumes and staffing shortages could lead to a need for shorter appointments with patients, according to one dentist leader. 

Interest in dental sleep medicine is increasing, and some dental students and educators are looking to keep up with the trend.

This month, several dentists and dental company leaders spoke with Becker's about the top priorities, challenges and opportunities in the dental industry.

Paul Madsen, CEO of West Richland (Wash.) Family Dental Center and Prime Dental Partners in Pasco, Wash., connected with Becker's via email June 27 to discuss his advice to up-and-coming leaders in the DSO space and more.

Since its founding in 2014, teledentistry company SmileDirectClub has grown its clear aligner platform significantly to reach 1.7 million patients and stocked their oral health products at nearly 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada.

Supply chain, staffing and reimbursement issues are just a few uncertainties the dental industry is grappling with today.

Three dental executives offered their perspectives on the biggest challenges DSOs are facing today, from misinformation to obstacles to growth.

As DSOs search for ways to stand out among competition, technology could be their golden ticket.