Becker’s Dental Review - DSO + Dental News

A private dental practice in Millersville, Md., has a new owner and name.  Shipley’s Dental Care, previously known as McCarl Dental Group, is now owned by Michelle, Perez, DDS, according to a Dec. 16 news release from the practice.  The…

ACA subsidies are at risk after House Speaker Mike Johnson recently announced he will not call a vote to extend them, but other House members have joined efforts to force a vote. Eight notes for dental leaders: 1. The ACA…

A Colorado man was recently arrested and accused of attacking several dental office employees, KKTV reported Dec. 16.  Michael Coleman, 31, was reportedly working as a delivery driver and visited Emerald Dental in Lakewood, Colo., during the afternoon of Dec.…

Innovation, collaboration, legislation and growth in the industry are driving optimism about the future of dentistry. Eight dental leaders recently spoke with Becker’s to share what they’re optimistic about for 2026: Note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity and length. …

Advancements in technology, doctor collaboration and accessibility are leading to improved patient outcomes, according to Lee Boese, Jr., DDS. Dr. Boese is an orthodontist serving patients in Merced and Fresno, Calif. He recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss the factors…

Seven states improved their dental Medicaid benefits from 2024 to 2025, according to a report from the American Dental Association.  In total, 38 states and the District of Columbia provide enhanced adult Medicaid dental benefits, which offers coverage that includes…

Los Angeles-based Cal Dental USA expanded its network by adding seven practices through its affiliate program in 2025, according to a Dec. 16 news release from the DSO. Here are five more notes on the organization’s growth this year:

Aspen Dental plans to focus on organic growth initiatives after a year highlighted by network expansions in various states. The Chicago-based organization has opened more than 30 practices in 18 states so far this year. It now supports more than…

Louisville, Ky.-based Mortenson Dental Partners has added its first practice in Missouri. The DSO partnered with Nikodem Dental and Custom Dental Management, which provides general dentistry services in the St. Louis and Springfield, Mo., communities. Mortenson Dental Partners will support…

Here are seven federal government and policy updates affecting dentistry from the last 30 days: 1. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association shared concerns that the Education Department’s proposed loan changes will create additional financial barriers for students. 2. The HHS…