Today's Top 20 Stories
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47 recent dental leadership moves
Below are the 47 leadership moves Becker's Dental + DSO Review has covered since April.
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Meet the CEOs of the 9 largest DSOs
Some of the largest DSOs in the industry have CEOs who come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences that help them lead successful organizations.
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Global dental practice management software market to hit $2.7B by 2026
The global dental practice management software market is estimated to reach $2.7 billion by 2026, according to a new report published by Global Industry Analysts.
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Overjet execs see bright future for AI in dental industry
Artificial intelligence is a growing tool that has enhanced the way patients are treated and how practices operate on a daily basis. Practices can manage their workflow more efficiently, access information quicker and treat patients with more accuracy and confidence.
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Western Dental welcomes new chief compliance officer
Orange, Calif.-based Western Dental recently appointed Eric Royal as its newest chief compliance officer.
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HealthEdge, Synergistic Capital Partners complete investment in Today's Dental Network
Two private equity firms have completed their investment in Today's Dental Network, a dental practice network and support organization.
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Patterson shakes up leadership
Patterson Dental Supply is making two changes to its leadership, the company announced July 13.
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Orthodontic network launches Invisalign treatment plan
Smile Doctors has launched a new treatment solution featuring the Invisalign clear aligners, according to a July 12 press release.
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US Oral Surgery Management snags first Arizona partnership
Irving, Texas-based U.S. Oral Surgery Management has landed its first partnership in Arizona, expanding into its 14th state.
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'Devastated': Kansas pediatric dental office shares statement after patient death
Wichita, Kan.-based Tiny Teeth Pediatric Dentistry has released a statement after 3-year-old Abiel Zapata became unresponsive during a dental procedure and later died, reports CBS affiliate KWCH-DT.
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3M launches new clear aligner system
St. Paul, Minn.-based innovation company 3M has launched a new clear aligner system to provide patients a customizable treatment option, the company announced July 12.
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6 dentists making headlines
From a state agency appointment to a large school donation, here are six recent dental newsmakers:
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Pennsylvania dentist accused of groping patient seeks to protect phone from search warrant
A Pennsylvania dentist recently charged on suspicion of groping a patient and offering her free dental services for life has sought to protect his phone from a search warrant.
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Illinois passes law allowing preventive dental care in schools
A bill signed into law July 9 will allow the state to provide preventive dental care in Illinois schools.
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U of New England, Maine Behavioral Healthcare partner on dental care for people with developmental disabilities
The University of New England College of Dental Medicine is partnering with Maine Behavioral Healthcare's Center of Excellence in Autism and Developmental Disorders to provide dental care to people with developmental disabilities.
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Former California dental board president dies of pneumonia
Longtime dental industry leader Herbert Yee, DDS, died of pneumonia June 26 at the age of 96, The Sacramento Bee reported July 9.
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Delta Dental Plan of Maine adds 3 directors to board
Saco-based Delta Dental Plan of Maine recently elected three new members to its board of directors.
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3-year-old Kansas boy dies after dental procedure
A 3-year-old boy in Wichita, Kan., died after becoming unresponsive during a dental procedure, according to local police and as reported by KAKE.
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California dentist part of drug trafficking scheme, prosecutors say
A California dentist has been accused of playing a role in a drug trafficking scheme, reports The Mercury News.
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Oregon Health Authority taps new dental director
The Oregon Health Authority recently selected Kaz Rafia, DDS, as its new director of its dental program.