Today's Top 20 Stories
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Why prevention could become a central focus in dentistry in 2024
Increased use of artificial intelligence and patient education could lead to a greater focus on preventive care in the dental industry this year, according to Steven Edwards, DDS.
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4 notes on dental assistant job turnover in 2024
Fifty-six percent of dental assistants are considering applying for new jobs before 2025, according to Dentalpost's 2024 Dental Salary Survey.
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Are dental assistants satisfied with their pay, benefits?
About 28 percent of dental assistants are satisfied with their compensation, while 37 percent are satisfied with their benefits, according to Dentalpost's 2024 Dental Salary Survey.
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The biggest challenges DSOs face, per 5 execs
Staffing, the high cost of capital and changes in Medicaid enrollment are some of the biggest challenges DSOs and dental company executives expect to face in 2024.
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8 practice additions by MB2 Dental in 45 days
Dallas-based MB2 Dental has added eight practices to its network since Nov. 27, according to its website.
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Aspen Dental to build 3.5K-square-foot location in Virginia
Chicago-based Aspen Dental is constructing a new practice location at a shopping center in Culpeper, Va., according to a Jan. 5 report by Culpeper Times.
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Why hygiene services are less profitable for dental practices
Staffing and scheduling challenges have led hygiene services to be less profitable for dental practices, according to Edward Feins, DMD.
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How will dentistry evolve in 2024? 5 dentists weigh in
Several dentists predict that the industry will see increased adoption of technology, more DSO consolidation and enhanced training for staff.
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Where 8 dental execs plan to grow in 2024
Executives from eight dental companies recently connected with Becker's to illustrate how they plan to expand their presence and networks in 2024:
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Specialty1 Partners adds California periodontics practice
Houston-based Specialty1 Partners expanded its network with the addition of a California practice.
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Dr. Bill Sasser earns 2024 ADA Humanitarian Award
Bill Sasser, DMD, has received the American Dental Association's 2024 Humanitarian Award.
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Flagship Specialty Partners adds 1st Virginia practice
Charlotte, N.C.-based Flagship Specialty Partners recently added Virginia Oral & Facial Surgery to its network, its first partner practice in the state.
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10 oral surgery updates to know
Here are 10 oral surgery updates Becker's has reported on since Oct. 19:
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10 states with the fewest dentists per capita
Alabama had the lowest number of dentists per capita out of any state in 2022, with 41.27 dentists per 100,000 individuals, according to data collected by the American Dental Association.
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34% of dental hygienists plan to retire within 6 years
Thirty-four percent of dental hygienists plan to retire within six years, according to Dentalpost's 2024 Dental Salary Survey.
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5 notes on dental hygienist turnover in 2024
Eleven percent of dental hygienists are currently applying for or plan to apply for new jobs by the end of 2024, according to Dentalpost's 2024 Dental Salary Survey.
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10 states with the most dentists per capita
Washington, D.C., had the highest number of dentists per capita out of any state in 2022, with 111.64 dentists per 100,000 individuals, according to data collected by the American Dental Association.
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5 Align Technology updates
Here are five headlines on Invisalign manufacturer Align Technology that Becker's has reported since Nov. 28:
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Are dental hygienists satisfied with their pay, benefits?
Nearly half of all dental hygienists are satisfied with their total compensation and benefits, according to Dentalpost's 2024 Dental Salary Survey.
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Missouri dentist completes more than 320 robotic dental implants
Justin Schlaikjer, DDS, recently surpassed his 320th robotic dental implant case.
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