Dentists are advocating for legislation that could alleviate some of the biggest challenges facing the industry, including insurance reform, technology regulations and licensure compacts. Nine dentists recently spoke with Becker’s to share the policy updates they’d like to see to…
Author: Ariana Portalatin
A federal judge ruled July 1 that the HHS Department’s mass layoffs earlier this year were likely unlawful. Three notes: 1. The HHS Department announced its plans in March to reduce the number of full-time employees from 82,000 to 62,000. …
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently admitted that removing fluoride from public water supplies could lead to more cavities, Newsweek reported June 26. Three notes: 1. RFK Jr. has taken issue with water fluoridation several times since stepping into…
Louisiana lawmakers have passed a bill making Louisiana the first state to join the American Association of Dental Boards’ Interstate Dental & Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact. Three notes: 1. The interstate compact aims to streamline dental licensing, alleviate workforce shortages…
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved legislation June 24 that would restore certain dental services under the state’s Medicaid program. Four notes: 1. House Bill 583 would restore Medicaid coverage for root canals, periodontal disease treatment and emergency exams. 2.…
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Dental artificial intelligence company VideaHealth has added features to its VideaAI platform that recommends patients for aligner and implant treatment. OrthoAI and ImplantAI analyze radiographs to help DSOs and independent practices identify patients who may benefit from aligners or implants,…
The American Dental Association has launched its Certified Clinic Director program to provide training to dentists serving in leadership roles at dental clinics. The ADA is currently accepting applications for the program, which will take place from October to March.…
Minnesota has the highest average hourly wage for dental assistants at $30.62 per hour, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Bureau of Labor Statistics updated its pay data for dental jobs to reflect 2024 information April…
Many DSOs are utilizing benefits and other perks to gain a competitive advantage as competition grows in the dental industry. Here is what some of the largest DSOs in the U.S. currently offer employees: Note: This list is not exhaustive.…
Here are four recent updates regarding violent incidents and threats to dental offices in the U.S.: 1. A man was arrested and charged with threatening to blow up a dental practice in Joplin, Mo. 2. A Wisconsin man pleaded guilty…