Author: Ariana Portalatin

The Illinois legislature recently advanced several bills affecting dentistry, addressing workforce shortages, equity and reimbursements.

Spark Orthodontics recently acquired a two-location orthodontics practice in Indiana. 

CareQuest Innovation Partners has chosen its first cohort of entrepreneurial dental companies for its Smile Health startup initiative.

A research technician has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for wire fraud after he stole an oral care company's toothpaste formula and sent it to an overseas company, the Justice Department said May 9. 

Sonendo reported $9 million in revenue for the first quarter of 2022, the dental technology company said May 10. 

From leadership appointments to monetary donations, here are seven recent updates to know about five upcoming dental schools:

The American Dental Education Association has initiated an effort to increase the number of men of color in healthcare.

Guardian recently added several dental benefit options for members to promote well-being, consumer value and accessibility.

Carrollton, Texas-based MB2 Dental recently added practices in Florida, New Mexico and Arizona. 

SmileDirectClub saw a 20.1 percent increase in revenue during the first quarter of 2022, the company said in a May 9 news release.