Author: Ariana Portalatin

Two dentists joining dental schools as deans and four other dental leadership moves since Aug. 15: 

A dentist executive joining one of the largest DSOs in the U.S. and four other dentists who have made headlines since Aug. 22:

The American Dental Association and the Massachusetts Dental Society are supporting a ballot measure that would establish a medical loss ratio for dental payers in the state.

Chicago-based Aspen Dental is one of the largest DSOs in the U.S., with a network of nearly 2,000 dentists and more than 1,000 dental practices in 45 states.

From advertising challenges to new products, here are six clear aligner updates since June 29:

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf is giving $89,000 in funding to local apprenticeship firm Over All Training to grow its dental assistant program in the Philadelphia area.

Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental is one of the largest DSOs in the U.S., with more than 2,400 dentists and 1,600 practices across 38 states in its network. 

Dental supplier Dentsply Sirona appointed Simon Campion president and CEO, effective Sept. 12.

President Joe Biden plans to forgive up to $20,000 in student loan debt to eligible borrowers, possibly providing relief to certain dental professionals.

Dentists are in a constant battle with payers over low reimbursement rates and case denials, causing challenges for practices trying to provide the best patient care and stay afloat financially.