Today's Top 20 Stories
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Overjet launches FDA-approved, pediatric dental AI
Dental AI company Overjet is launching Overjet for Kids, an AI program for pediatric dentists.
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DSOs boost support for dental assistants, hygienists
Several DSOs have recently launched initiatives and hired execs dedicated to supporting dental assistants and hygienists as workforce shortages continue to challenge the industry.
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7 updates on the dental industry in California in 2 weeks
Here are seven headlines on dentistry in California that Becker's has reported on since Feb. 28:
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Dental Trade Alliance launches dental hygienist scholarship with $1M endowment
The Dental Trade Alliance Foundation is launching a new dental hygienist scholarship program for students from underrepresented backgrounds.
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Florida Legislature tackles dental insurance reform
The Florida Legislature passed two bills targeting predatory credit card payment processes and dental plan coverage.
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SPP Dental Partners expands into Idaho
Salt Lake City-based SPP Dental Partners recently added its first Idaho dental office.
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MetLife launches value-based dentistry program
Insurance and employee benefits company MetLife has launched a value-based dental care program.
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Specialized Dental Partners adds practices in Ohio, Texas
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners expanded its networks in Ohio and Texas, according to recent posts on its LinkedIn Page.
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Aspen Dental promotes Lori D'Anna to president of field operations
Chicago-based Aspen Dental promoted Lori D'Anna to the role of president of field operations.
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Patterson Cos. to repurchase $500M in stock
The board of directors of dental supplier Patterson Companies approved a new share repurchase authorization.
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2 recent data breaches in dentistry
Here are two data breaches affecting dental companies that Becker's has reported on since Feb. 23:
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University of Pittsburgh Medical Center to close dental center: 6 notes
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is closing its Montefiore dental center, TribLive.com reported March 11.
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Change Healthcare cyberattack rattles dental, medical fields: 8 updates
Dental organizations and other healthcare companies are still dealing with the aftermath of a cyberattack on Change Healthcare that began Feb. 21.
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Meet 6 dentists leading the best dental schools in the US
Several dental schools in the U.S. were recently ranked among the best dental schools in the world by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy.
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Federal court shoots down Corporate Transparency Act: 6 notes for dentists
A judge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama ruled that the Corporate Transparency Act, which affects dental practices, is unconstitutional.
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5 states making changes to dental coverage in 2024
Here are five states that have passed or are considering legislation to expand dental coverage that Becker's has reported on so far in 2024:
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Florida's state of dentistry in 2024
Here are 12 headlines and statistics on the state of dentistry in Florida in 2024:
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4 DSOs heading into new states
Here are four dental groups and organizations that have entered new states that Becker's has reported on since Feb. 2:
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21 updates on 6 DSO giants
Here are 21 updates on six of the largest DSOs in the U.S., including Heartland Dental, Pacific Dental Services and Dental Care Alliance:
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Sonendo's CFO to step down
Michael Watts, CFO of dental technology company Sonendo, is stepping down from his role.
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