From a Rhode Island dentist who said he would defy the state's COVID-19 vaccination mandate to the director of clinical affairs at 42 North Dental, here are 14 dentists who made headlines last week:
Author: Ariana Portalatin
The National Dental Association has voiced its support for expanded dental benefits under Medicare Part B.
A former Arizona dentist was arrested Sept. 30, accused of practicing unlicensed dentistry out of his home, Fox10 Phoenix reported Oct. 2.
Tampa, Fla.-based WellCare is the U.S.'s best dental insurance company, according to Forbes' 2022 "America's Best Insurance Companies" list.
As Senate Democrats seek to expand dental coverage under Medicare, some dentists are worried about how the plan will be managed and how it will affect the dental industry.
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There are 8,370 orthodontists practicing in the U.S., according to data from the Kaiser Family Foundation, a health policy nonprofit.
The Minnesota Dental Association elected new officers and trustees Sept. 24.
Lakeville, Minn.based healthcare product manufacturer Caresfield has acquired Chase Dental Supply, Caresfield said Sept. 30.
From dental practice expansions to new leadership appointments, here are 12 recent 'firsts' in dentistry covered by Becker's:
All dentists will soon be required to comply with an information-blocking rule that prohibits providers from inhibiting patients' access to certain health records, the California Dental Association said Sept. 29.