Becker’s Dental Review - DSO + Dental News

Although increasing dental school enrollment is largely seen as beneficial for patient care and the overall industry, it could also come with several drawbacks, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics…

A federal judge largely denied a motion to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit against Dentsply Sirona for its Byte aligners, A&O Shearman reported in a Jan. 27 JD Supra article.  Five notes:  1. Dentsply Sirona voluntarily suspended the sale and…

EPA has released its next steps for reviewing the health impact of drinking fluoridated water.  Four notes:  1. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said in April that the agency would “expeditiously review” new information on the potential health risks of fluoride…

The Indiana House has passed a bill to create a pathway for foreign-trained dentists to obtain a hygienist license.  House Bill 1254 would allow dentists who have graduated from dental schools outside of the U.S. and have earned degrees similar…

Pediatric dentistry has emerged as one of the most resilient specialties in the dental industry, with a boost in workforce growth and financial stability. The global pediatric dental market value is anticipated to reach more than $48 billion by 2033,…

Tampa, Fla.-based Coast Dental has selected Pearl as its exclusive AI dental partner.  The DSO will implement Pearl’s AI dental programs across its 88-practice network, which spans Florida, Georgia and Texas, according to a Jan. 28 news release from Pearl. …

Sarasota, Fla.-based Parkview Dental recently hired Lisa Burris as director of business development. Ms. Burris is tasked with helping the DSO identify new growth opportunities, expand its market presence and strengthen partner relationships, according to a Jan. 28 news release. …

Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental grew its network to more than 1,900 supported dental practices in 2025, according to a Jan. 28 news release from the DSO.  Here are nine more notes on the company’s growth last year:

An Alabama dentist has been charged months after an explosion at his dental practice, WKRG reported Jan. 26.  Douglas O’Connor, DMD, turned himself into police Jan. 23 and was charged with second-degree arson and first-degree insurance fraud.  The arrest came…

An Atlanta man who referred to himself as a “top veneer specialist” has pleaded not guilty to practicing dentistry without a license, WSB-TV reported Jan. 27.  Investigators raided the offices of A List Smiles Atlanta in October 2024. They later…