The orthodontics field is shifting amid technological advances, economic challenges and increased competition. These changes require orthodontists to place more focus on business operations and patient experience for success. Barry Lyon, DDS, director of provider recruiting and onboarding at Dental…
Author: Ariana Portalatin
Denver-based Lone Peak Dental Group has expanded its footprint in Arizona with the acquisition of a pediatric office. The DSO acquired AZ Family & Kid’s Dental in Phoenix, bringing its network to five practices in the Phoenix and Mesa region,…
Several DSOs launched partnerships with external organizations to enhance patient care, while others expanded their networks in various markets. Here are five DSOs that have made headlines in the last week: 1. Chicago-based Aspen Dental will pay $2 million in…
Chicago-based Aspen Dental will pay $2 million in penalties and $300,000 in restitution to settle allegations that it unlawfully interfered with dental operations and engaged in misleading advertising. The California attorney general’s office accused the DSO of violating the state’s…
Digital dentistry company Medit has launched a global orthodontics business and acquired Progressive Orthodontics in Aliso Viejo, Calif. The new business will consist of the company’s complete orthodontic portfolio, including products, services and education, according to a May 7 news…
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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed legislation that expands opportunities for dental school faculty. House bill 2163 allows dentists with a restricted faculty license to practice at clinical facilities owned and operated by a dental school or an affiliated nonprofit…
Dentists and lawmakers have continued to push for increased oversight of dental insurers and transparency of their practices. Four updates since March 9: 1. The American Dental Association urged the Federal Trade Commission’s new Healthcare Task Force to investigate competition…
Michael Durbin, DDS, was recently elected president of the American Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Durbin operates Durbin Orthodontics in Des Plaines, Ill. He has served as a member of the AAO Board of Trustees and as a liaison to the…
Batesville, Ark.-based Lyon College School of Dental Medicine has partnered with Arkansas Children’s to support the hospital’s pediatric dental program. Lyon College will provide administrative oversight and faculty services to Arkansas Children’s dental program, while the hospital will provide clinical…
Dental practice ownership and clinical care are evolving amid rising costs, student loan debt and insurance pressures. For veteran clinicians, this means navigating a field that has become increasingly complex since graduating dental school. For prospective dental professionals, this means…