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  1. What 4 dentists are most focused on for the second half of 2023
    Recruiting staff and filling appointment schedules are among some of the priorities dentists are focused on for the rest of this year.
  2. 6 industry leaders weigh on in how to effectively implement AI in dentistry
    Six dentists and industry leaders connected with Becker's on how dental practices and DSOs can best incorporate artificial intelligence. 
  3. North Carolina nonprofit clinic anticipates influx of former Medicaid recipients
    The North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics is expecting an increase in patients as individuals lose Medicaid benefits after the unwinding of pandemic rules.

How a leading DSO quickly grew to $150M in revenue and improved patient outcomes

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A first-of-its-kind DSO made $150M in annual revenue & increased valuation nearly 3,000% in its first few years (during COVID, no less). This case study tells you how.
  1. 8 colleges, universities adding dental hygiene, assisting programs
    Here are eight colleges and universities creating and expanding dental hygiene and assisting programs that Becker's has reported on since May 2:
  2. Aspen Dental's practice network: A state-by-state breakdown
    Chicago-based Aspen Dental is one of the largest DSOs in the U.S., supporting more than 1,000 offices nationwide.
  3. Washington suspends dentist's general anesthesia license
    The Washington State Department of Health's Dental Quality Assurance Commission recently suspended the general anesthesia license of a dentist accused of disregarding patient safety.
  4. Louisiana orthodontist warns of 'DIY braces' trend
    A Louisiana orthodontist weighed in on the possible negative effects of DIY braces, NBC affiliate KPLC reported July 20.

How a leading DSO quickly grew to $150M in revenue and improved patient outcomes

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A first-of-its-kind DSO made $150M in annual revenue & increased valuation nearly 3,000% in its first few years (during COVID, no less). This case study tells you how.
  1. Texas dentist to transition practice ownership after 30 years
    Anne Lyon, DDS, is transitioning ownership of her practice in Austin, Texas, to Yaron Shvets, DDS, after more than 30 years.
  2. Dental assistant arrested for allegedly forging dentist's signature for prescriptions
    A dental assistant at a practice in Leesburg, Fla., was arrested after allegedly forging a dentist's signature to obtain prescription painkillers for herself, according to a July 20 report by leesburg-news.com.
  3. Allied OMS appoints chief medical officer: Q&A with Dr. Jonathon Jundt
    Southlake, Texas-based Allied OMS recently appointed Jonathon Jundt, DDS, MD, its chief medical officer. 
  4. Delta Dental of California's legal counsel suffers data breach
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, which has served as legal counsel to Delta Dental of California, was hit with a cyberattack.

DSOs are leveraging data analytics and seeing increased engagement + growth

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  1. Fire at Illinois dental office under investigation
    A small fire at a dental practice in Buffalo Grove, Ill., broke out on July 18. 
  2. Florida university creates dental hygienist bachelor's program
    Fort Myers, Fla.-based Hodges University is launching a new dental hygiene program, according to a July 19 report from CBS affiliate WINK.
  3. Children's Wisconsin raises $1.7M for dental center expansion
    Milwaukee-based Children's Wisconsin raised $1.7 million to support an expansion of its dental center.
  4. 3 recent personnel moves by Dental Care Alliance
    Here are three recent personnel additions by Sarasota, Fla.-based Dental Care Alliance that Becker's has reported on since June 28. 
  5. What dentists make in the worst states to live and work in 
    Dentists have an average salary of $145,300 in West Virginia, the lowest-ranked state for dentists to live and work in. 
  6. Biolase dental laser earns Best of Class Hygiene Award
    Biolase recently earned Cellerant's 2023 Best of Class Hygiene Award for its Epic Hygiene dental laser.
  7. Action for Dental Health Act unanimously passed by House committee
    The House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously voted to advance the Action for Dental Health Act of 2023 to the House floor for consideration. 
  8. Advertised salaries, vacancies for 4 dental jobs
    Dental practitioners have the most advertised vacancies compared to other dental roles as of June, according to research from job search engine Adzuna.
  9. Dental Care Alliance adds Georgia practice
    Sarasota, Fla.-based Dental Care Alliance recently partnered with Sparkling Smiles in Fayetteville, Ga.

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