Author: Cameron Cortigiano

Thomas Martin, DDS, opened Martin Dental Studio in Madison, Tenn., according to a May 23 news release. 

Tyler Lasseigne, DDS, of Esthetic Associates in Baton Rouge, La., has had his license revoked by the state dental board, according to a May 22 report by CBS affiliate WAFB.

The Rhode Island Senate has proposed a bill that would establish a medical loss ratio for dental plans in the state.

Praveen Arany, PhD, received the T.H. Maiman Award for Excellence in Dental Laser Research.

SprintRay received FDA clearance for its High Impact Denture Base resin, a 3D printing material for denture bases. 

An employee at Generational Dental Associates in Cranberry Township, Pa., is accused of stealing more than $19,000 in cash from patients at the practice, according to a May 20 report by the Cranberry Eagle.

Four dentists recently shared with Becker's what they feel is the most dangerous trend facing dentistry — DSOs and private equity taking over private practices. 

From nonprofit organization donations to financial report results, here are financial updates on four dental suppliers that Becker's has reported on since Feb. 21:

Tempe, Ariz.-based Gen4 Dental Partners expanded its network by adding a practice in Indiana. 

Dentists who have been out of dental school for 10 years or fewer are more likely to be affiliated with a DSO, according to data from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute.