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Author: Staff

Operating costs remain high, which means dentists must find ways to plug cashflow leaks in order for their practices to thrive.

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In 2022, there were 8,982 practicing pediatric dentists in the U.S., according to April data from the American Dental Association Health Policy Institute — an increase of 113.2 percent since 2001.

Orthodontists have the highest rate of DSO affiliation when compared to dentists in seven other dental specialties, according to May data from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute.

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