Here are five dentists making headlines this week.
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network named John Hamilton, DDS, chairman. In his new role, Dr. Hamilton will work to educate legislators on policies to fight cancer.
On April 7, Aspen Dental is opening a practice in North Myrtle Beach, S.C. Raymond Merkler, DMD, will lead the practice.
Buteyko Professionals International named New Jersey dentist Allison Adams, DMD, to its dental advisory board. BPI is comprised of individuals from around the world who work as Buteyko practitioners or participate in academics and research in Buteyko, according to Madison Eagle.
Nicole Giddings, DDS, of Otsego Dental in Elk River, Minn., is preparing to run in the Boston Marathon, according to Star News. The Boston Marathon will take place on April 18.
Times Leader Readers' Choice named James DeFinnis, DMD, as "Best Dentist." Dr. DeFinnis practices at Back Mountain dental in Shavertown, Pa.
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