Author: Ariana Portalatin

Nashville, Tenn.-based SmileDirectClub has joined a recently established nonprofit as a founding industry partner.

Consultation and investment firm Viper Equity Partners will offer a new program for dental practices seeking to join a DSO.

The American Dental Association recently wrote a letter to CMS asking for changes that would encourage more dentists to participate in the program, according to a July 22 news release.

A Pennsylvania dentist acquitted of tax fraud has filed a federal lawsuit claiming his constitutional rights were violated and that he was maliciously prosecuted when he was charged in 2016.

San Diego-based Howard Healthcare Academy recently received accreditation from the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, according to a July 22 press release.

A Detroit-based lawyer is suing Michigan's prison system on behalf of prisoners who say they are unable to receive adequate dental care, according to a July 22 NBC News report.

Vista Verde Dental Partners recently welcomed Jill Cruz as its director of operations, the organization announced in a July 22 press release.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper is expected to sign a bill that will establish regulatory standards for teledentistry in the state, the Carolina Journal reported July 21.

Little Rock, Ark.-based Rock Dental Brands has acquired nine dental practices across three states, the company stated in a July 21 press release.

Nashville, Tenn.-based Specialty Dental Brands is partnering with dental software company Tab32 to upgrade its operations and advance patient communication and revenue growth, according to a July 21 press release.