Today's Top 20 Stories
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Labor Department issues new rule on overtime pay: 8 notes for dentists
The U.S. Department of Labor recently issued a new rule expanding eligibility for overtime pay.
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13 US dental schools ranked among best in the world
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor was ranked as the top dental school in the world by QS World University Rankings.
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Heartland Dental launches hygienist scholarship with $11.5K donation to Wisconsin college
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental recently launched a scholarship program for dental hygiene students at Blackhawk Technical College in Janesville, Wis., The Monroe Times reported May 1.
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Ormco launches on-demand program for Spark clear aligners
Ormco, a brand of dental supplier Envista, launched an on-demand ordering program for its Spark clear aligners.
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Adult dental insurance coverage reaches 5-year high
About 65% of adults currently have dental insurance, according to Delta Dental's 2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness report.
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Preventive dental visits on the rise: Report
The number of preventive dental health visits are on the rise while unexpected visits are declining, according to Delta Dental's 2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness report.
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More adults aware of link between oral health, overall wellness: Report
More adults are aware of the link between oral health and overall wellness, according to Delta Dental's 2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness report.
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Orthodontists' earnings up 5.5% since 2019
The average annual salary for orthodontists has fluctuated over the past five years, rising from $230,830 in 2019 to $243,620 in 2023, a total increase of nearly $13,000, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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California dental practices may be required to make violence prevention plans
Some California dental practices will be required to create, implement and maintain a workplace violence protection plan by July 1.
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Drs. Robert Hannah, Hieu Pham open New York City dental practice
Robert Hannah, DDS, and Hieu Pham, DDS, opened Oral Dental Studio in New York City.
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Envista Q1 adjusted net income down 32%
Dental supply company Envista reported $623.6 million in sales during the first quarter of 2024, an increase of 0.4% in core sales over the first quarter of 2023.
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California dentist's license revoked over infection control violations
William Do, DDS, a dentist in Tracy, Calif., has had his license revoked following infection control violations.
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North Carolina dentist's license revoked
The North Carolina dental board revoked the license of a dentist after an investigation into several alleged issues, CBS affiliate WFMY News 2 reported May 2.
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South Carolina dental practice acquires new office
Charleston, S.C.-based Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry recently acquired Mouth Carolina Dentistry in Charleston, S.C.
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Oral surgeon pay vs. cost of living by state
The cost of living in North Carolina, the highest-paying state for oral surgeons, is $44,848 for a single adult with no children.
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The dental private equity roller coaster is still climbing, says MSO leader
Private equity in the dentistry and oral surgery space has become more and more prominent over the past few years, driven by DSOs and dental groups backed by private equity firms.
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5 dental technology updates from April
Here are five updates from the dental technology sector that Becker's reported on in April:
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OrthoFX launches clear aligners designed for shorter wear time
OrthoFX has launched NiTime clear aligners, the first aligner system designed for shorter wear time that is cleared by the FDA.
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UptimeHealth acquires dental practice solutions company
Boston-based UptimeHealth acquired Dental Whale, a dental practice solution and learning provider company.
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Dentists vs. workforce shortages: 12 updates
Here are 12 updates covered by Becker's that show how the dental industry is dealing with workforce shortages:
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