Today's Top 20 Stories
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Dentist salary vs. cost of living in each state
The cost of living in Delaware, the highest-paying state for dentists, is $47,064 for a single adult with no children.
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States disciplining dentists: 7 updates
Six states have recently disciplined dentists for violations related to patient care, permit requirements and more.
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Georgia dental practice to open 2nd location
ConfiDENT, led by Cesar Tapia, DDS, is planning the opening of a second practice location.
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Illinois dental practice suffers fire damage
A dental practice in Coal Valley, Ill., suffered damage after a structure fire in the building, according to an April 16 report by NBC affiliate KWQC.
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Professional Transition Strategies facilitated 30 dental practice deals in Q1
Colorado Springs, Colo.-based Professional Transition Strategies helped facilitate 30 dental practice transitions during the first quarter of 2024.
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How DSOs can recruit the best staff in a seller's market
There are a few key attributes DSOs should look for when recruiting staff, according to one exec.
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ADA gives recommendations to congressional subcommittee after Change Healthcare cyberattack
The American Dental Association shared recommendations for supporting dental practices after the Feb. 21 cyberattack on Change Healthcare.
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10 worst small cities for dentists to start a dental practice
Morgan Hill, Calif., is the worst small city in the U.S. to open a business, according to a new ranking from WalletHub.
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10 best small cities for dentists to start a dental practice
Cedar City, Utah, is the best small city in the U.S. to open a business, according to a new ranking from WalletHub.
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Endodontic Practice Partners receives $20M debt facility expansion
Nashville, Tenn.-based Endodontic Practice Partners secured a $20 million upsizing of its existing senior debt facility.
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Illinois legislators advance dental insurance coverage bill
The Illinois House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would ban dental insurers from denying coverage for procedures they've previously authorized, WGEM reported April 17.
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Where Heartland Dental is adding practices
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental kicked off 2024 with several practice additions as the company prepares to add more than 150 offices this year.
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10 dental executive appointments in 30 days
Here are 10 DSOs, dental companies and dental schools that have made executive appointments and promotions that Becker's has reported on since March 20:
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How dental hygienist pay has changed since 2019
The average annual salary for dental hygienists has increased each of the last five years, jumping from $77,230 in 2019 to $89,890 in 2023, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Average hourly wage for dental hygienists in 2024
Dental hygienists have the highest mean hourly wage in Washington, where they make $59.38 per hour, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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North Carolina dentist's license suspended
A North Carolina dentist had his license suspended April 2 for allegedly being impaired at his dental office.
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North Carolina woman charged with working as a dental hygienist without a license
A North Carolina woman was recently charged with working as a dental hygienist despite not having a license, abc45 News reported April 16.
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9 federal government, policy updates for dentists to know
Here are nine federal updates dental leaders should know:
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Heartland Dental adds Louisiana practice
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental recently added a Louisiana dental office to its network.
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Guardian Dentistry Partners appoints COO
Miami-based Guardian Dentistry Partners recently appointed Dr. Tarek Aly as COO.
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