Author: Cameron Cortigiano

Three dentists recently shared with Becker's what they feel is the most dangerous trend facing dentistry — the high amount of student loans and lack of clinical training for dental school graduates. 

New patients trying to schedule a routine cleaning at Klein Family Dentistry in Harrisburg, Pa. cannot schedule one until at least October, according to a May 25 report by ABC27 News.

Charlotte, N.C.-based Balanced Pharma, received a second patent for its dental cartridge technology from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. 

Here are three dental groups expanding in New York that Becker's has reported on since April 10:

Royal Dental Assistant Academy in Gastonia, N.C., a dental assistant school, opened on May 13, according to a May 25 report by Gaston Gazette.

Here are three partnerships Pearl, a dental artificial intelligence company, has recently made to integrate its software, as reported by Becker's since April 12:

Patterson Companies, a dental supply company, recently expanded its leadership team with two appointments. 

ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence chatbot created by OpenAI, has increased in popularity in the healthcare industry for being able to complete certain tasks. 

Hilton Israelson, DDS, former president of the Texas Dental Association and trustee of the American Dental Association, passed away on May 19, according to a May 24 news release from the ADA. 

The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee's Health Subcommittee approved a bill with two provisions that may help address shortages in the dental workforce.