While there are several solutions dental practices can focus on to remain financially stable during times of economic crisis, there is one in particular that stands out among the others. Smile Makers Dental Center CEO Geith Kallas, DDS, and Fireside…
Author: Ariana Portalatin
A group of industry leaders have come together in response to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence technology in dentistry. Dental AI company VideaHealth established the AI Leadership Council earlier this year to help ensure the responsible adoption of AI…
Three dental companies were recently ranked among the best midsized employers for 2026 by Forbes. Forbes ranked the best midsized and large companies in separate lists based on survey responses from more than 217,000 employees working at companies in the…
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association is urging the Department of Education to reconsider proposed student loan caps for healthcare fields. Seven notes: 1. The Education Department’s Reimagining and Improving Student Education Committee has proposed establishing a $20,500 annual borrowing limit…
Several DSOs have kicked off 2026 with new partnerships and practice openings in states along the East Coast. Five updates to know: 1. Phoenix-based Salt Dental Partners added Suffolk Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, which has five locations in New York.…
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DSOs are continuing to invest in artificial intelligence technology to enhance patient care and practice management. Three updates since the start of 2026: 1. Chicago-based Aspen Dental integrated VideaHealth’s Clinical Assist AI platform into its more than 1,100 dental practices.…
Oral health leaders have been battling for and against certain initiatives in the interest of preserving best practices and preventing changes that could negatively impact patient care and practice operations. Here are five recent controversies affecting the dental industry: H-1B…
U.S. Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., has introduced legislation to end the H-1B visa program. Eight notes: 1. The Ending Exploitative Imported Labor Exemptions Act would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to end the H-1B program, which allows employers to…
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has proposed implementing a $1,000 annual cap on Medicaid dental coverage as part of the state’s budget for fiscal year 2027, Boston 25 News reported Feb. 10. Seven notes: 1. State officials are trying to reign…
The CareQuest Institute for Oral Health has partnered with the National Association of Community Health Centers to support oral health integration at clinics throughout the U.S. The two organizations will work together to advance interdisciplinary, prevention-focused care models at community…