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  1. 12 megadeals shaping the dental industry in 2023
    Here are 12 of the biggest deals, acquisitions and investments that occurred in the DSO, supply chain and dental technology spaces that Becker's has reported on so far in 2023:
  2. What 6 dentists want to see done differently in the industry
    Higher reimbursements, better training for dental students and increased integration of artificial intelligence are just a few of the changes dentists want to see in the dental industry.
  3. SmileDirectClub braces for lengthy legal battle with Align Technology
    SmileDirectClub could continue its legal battle with Align Technology for several years after appealing a settlement recently awarded to the Invisalign manufacturer.

How a leading DSO quickly grew to $150M in revenue and improved patient outcomes

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  1. Sage Dental snags partnership with FAU Athletics
    Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental recently launched a three-year partnership with Florida Atlantic University Athletics.
  2. Former Texas dentist found guilty in dental surgery that left child with brain damage
    A former Texas dentist was recently convicted of causing serious bodily injury to a child by omission after a procedure left a child with irreversible brain damage, the Houston Chronicle reported Sept. 13.
  3. Dental AI company adds to its board of directors
    NovoDynamics, a dental AI company, has added Howard Hoffen to its board of directors. 
  4. Legislation to expand dental insurance options in 32 states introduced
    Sen. Maggie Hassan and Sen. Roger Marshall introduced legislation that would provide more affordable dental care options in states that do not have a state-run health insurance marketplace. 

How a leading DSO quickly grew to $150M in revenue and improved patient outcomes

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A first-of-its-kind DSO made $150M in annual revenue & increased valuation nearly 3,000% in its first few years (during COVID, no less). This case study tells you how.
  1. 6 dentistry updates in California in 1 month
    Here are six updates on the dental industry in California that Becker's has reported on since Aug. 14:
  2. ADSO creates program to connect graduates with DSOs
    The Association of Dental Support Organizations has launched a campaign to provide dental school students and recent graduates with opportunities to partner with a DSO. 
  3. Convergent Dental creates clinical advisory board
    Dental equipment and technology company Convergent Dental formed a five-member clinical advisory board. 
  4. Specialty DSO receives secured credit facility
    DSO HighFive Healthcare is receiving financing from Comvest Credit Partners.

DSOs are leveraging data analytics and seeing increased engagement + growth

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  1. Indiana dental office ordered to pay $22K to former employee for retaliation, wrongful termination
    A judge recently ordered an Indianapolis dental practice and a human resources manager to pay more than $22,000 in back wages and damages to a former employee.
  2. Why 1 dentist wants to see a renaissance in the dental industry
    Stagnant reimbursements and increasing costs have made it difficult for patients to access care and for dentists to support their practices, one dentist says. 
  3. University of Pittsburgh dental school to add artificial intelligence technology to classrooms
    The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine will add artificial intelligence technology to its classrooms through a partnership with Bola AI.
  4. 120-office DSO extends appointment hours to increase accessibility
    Atlanta-based DSO Benevis is extending practice hours across its 120-office network to expand patient care.
  5. MB2 Dental makes 1st expansion in Wisconsin
    Dallas-based MB2 Dental added its first practice in Wisconsin by partnering with Eastridge Dental.
  6. Weave adds practice analytics tool
    Business software company Weave launched Practice Analytics as part of its suite of dental software. 
  7. Align Technology introduces palatal expansion system
    Align Technology created the Invisalign Palatal Expanders System as an alternative to metal palatal expanders.
  8. 7 dentistry updates in New York over the past 60 days
    Here are seven updates on the dental industry in New York that Becker's has reported on since July 11:
  9. 10,000+ more dentists needed in US: Where the workforce stands in 2023
    The U.S. is short more than 10,000 dentists, according to the Health Resources and Services Administration.

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