The dental industry is expected to continue evolving amid the ongoing hygienist shortage, which could lead to fragmentation with negative effects on patient care. Monica Urda, DDS, founder and CEO of Smile Science Chicago, recently spoke with Becker’s about how…
Author: Ariana Portalatin
Several DSOs have invested in AI technology in recent months to boost patient care and practice efficiency. Here are 12 notable dental technology updates since Jan. 28: 1. The American Dental Association asked that federal investment and support be provided…
Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Imagen Dental Partners has added a California dental practice to its network. The dental partnership organization added Smiles on Clark in Orcutt, Calif. The practice, led by Emile Waked, DDS, offers preventive care, restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and…
The World Health Organization has released a new guideline supporting environmentally sustainable, less invasive and affordable oral healthcare. Five notes: 1. The new guideline provides evidence‑based recommendations for the use of mercury‑free dental materials and minimal interventions to prevent and…
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., introduced a bill that would use revenue from a wealth tax to reverse Medicaid cuts and expand dental coverage under Medicare. Four notes: 1. The “Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share…
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The dental industry is in for a bumpy ride over the next few years as hiring challenges persist and new trends take hold of the industry. However, opportunities exist for growth and stability. New research shows that while hygiene shortages…
Looming Medicaid cuts could reverse progress that has been made to expand access to dental care in the U.S., healthcare leaders are warning. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is expected to lead to a decrease in Medicaid spending by…
Oklahoma legislators are considering a bill to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact. The Dentist & Dental Hygienist Compact is one of two initiatives aimed at improving license portability for dentists and dental hygienists between participating states. The DDHC…
Christy Englehart has joined Appaloosa Dental Partners as the organization’s COO. Appaloosa Dental Partners is a multi-regional dental partnership organization founded in 2024. Ms. Englehart most recently served as fractional COO for Dentist Entrepreneurship Organization, a dental practice coaching firm.…
Great Neck, N.Y.-based The Smilist has expanded its network into Virginia. The dental organization partnered with Arlington Dental Team, according to a LinkedIn post. The practice specializes in general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. The Smilist supports more than 110 locations…