Author: Ariana Portalatin

The Pacific Dental Services Foundation’s Dentists for Special Needs office in Phoenix, Ariz., is the first dental office in the U.S. to be named a Certified Autism Center.

Several state dental groups have created relief funds to help residents and dental practices in need of assistance after Hurricane Helene. 

The Connecticut State Dental Association has reaffirmed its support for water fluoridation after a federal judge ruled that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency must address the impact of fluoride in drinking water.

Exeter (N.H.) Hospital is delaying cuts to its pediatric dental services after pressure from state regulators, New Hampshire Public Radio reported Sept. 25.  

Too much focus on numbers over team members can end up hurting DSOs in the long run, according to Jason Luchtefeld, DMD.  

Here are five dentistry updates Becker's has reported on since Sept. 9:

There are currently 75 dental schools in the U.S, up from 72 in 2023.

The American Dental Association has proposed a standards document covering artificial intelligence in dentistry. 

This month, several dental industry leaders spoke with Becker's about their strategies for growth, the presidential election and the biggest challenges facing DSOs.

Sarasota, Fla.-based Dental Care Alliance recently appointed two leaders to oversee its hygiene and field operations.