Dentsply Sirona has launched new restructuring efforts aimed at fueling its “Return-to-Growth” Action plan. The company announced the restructuring plan in its fourth quarter financial report released Feb. 26. Eight notes: 1. The restructuring is anticipated to save the company…
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has warned the Environmental Protection Agency that its current fluoride assessment plan could have negative repercussions on children’s oral health. Seven notes: 1. EPA announced in January that it plans to review new information…
Michael Puffe has been appointed the interim COO of the Georgia School of Orthodontics. Mr. Puffe has more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, according to a Feb. 27 news release. He is the founder of Kennesaw…
Some of Becker’s most-read articles this month covered workforce trends, NIH funding and private practice challenges. Here are 10 of the most-read articles in February: 1. Dentistry at a turning point: A 10-year outlook 2. 48 dental schools ranked by…
Overland Park, Kan.-based Aria Care Partners has acquired Macon, Ga.-based Sanford Dental, Sanford Vision and Dynamic Mobile Dentistry. Sanford provides onsite dental and vision care to about 200 skilled nursing facilities across Alabama and Georgia, according to a Feb. 26…
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Here are five DSOs that have made headlines this week: 1. Minneapolis-based Park Dental Partners reported $244.5 million in revenue during 2025, a 6.4% increase over 2024. 2. Houston-based Specialty1 Partners entered a joint venture partnership with Advanced Periodontics Implant…
Over the next five years, dental organizations that are adaptable to a changing industry, aligned from top to bottom and effectively embrace technology will rise to the top, according to these leaders. Focusing on the patient experience, investing heavily in…
Maine legislators are considering two bills aimed at increasing dental care accessibility, The Maine Monitor reported Feb. 26. Seven notes: 1. Access to dental care in the state has declined as the workforce shrinks: The number of dentists dropped from…
The American Association of Orthodontists is recognizing Larry Tadlock, DDS, with the James E. Brophy Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Tadlock is head of the Orthodontic Department and a clinical professor at the Texas A&M School of Dentistry in Dallas. He…
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has ordered the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to withdraw a proposed rule adding prior authorizations for complex tooth extractions. A letter from Mr. Drummond sent to the OHCA director said the rule creates excessive bureaucracy,…
