Author: Cameron Cortigiano

Weldon, N.C.-based Halifax Community College has received a $500,000 grant for the creation of a dental assistant program.

Here are three layoffs happening in the dental industry affecting more than 1,000 individuals, as reported by Becker's in 2024:

Chicago-based National Dental Healthcare REIT, a dental real estate company, acquired 19 properties across nine states.

Dallas-based MB2 Dental has made its first practice addition in Iowa, marking the 44th state in its nationwide network.

Robert Webb, DDS, has retired after 45 years in the dental industry, according to a Dec. 7 report by the Tahlequah Daily Press.

Here are seven updates to know on dentistry in Texas, as reported by Becker's since Nov. 13:

Nearly two-thirds of dental school applicants were accepted in 1980 compared to less than 60% in 2023, according to data from the American Dental Association.

A federal judge in Texas has blocked a rule from the U.S. Department of Labor that would have expanded overtime eligibility, according to a Dec. 6 news release from the American Dental Association. 

The Arkansas Army National Guard opened an in-house dental clinic in North Little Rock, Ark., on Dec. 8.

A federal cybersecurity bill under consideration could burden small businesses, including dental practices, according to a Dec. 6 news release from the American Dental Association.