Clinical Leadership

Here are six clinical leadership updates for dentists that Becker's has reported on since May 31:

A proposed rule from CMS would increase the facility fee for dental surgeries performed in hospitals, according to a July 21 article from the American Dental Association.

The American Dental Association and the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors are providing guidance for continuing oral health in communities amid potential sodium fluoride shortages. 

The labor shortage rippling through the economy is affecting all positions in the dental industry. Today’s competition for top talent is forcing dental support organizations to adopt creative approaches for the recruitment and retention of top talent.

Over the last two years, we’ve seen an overwhelming number of companies make pledges, commitments and investment in “social good” initiatives, largely in response to public pressure, employee priorities and vision, and the watchful eye of social media.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are asking CMS to expand access to surgical dental services for children and adults with special needs and disabilities.

The American Dental Association is supporting a student loan bill that would double the interest deduction and eliminate income limits.

The American Dental Association is speaking out against the latest TikTok trend it says may be harmful to oral health.

The World Health Organization has adopted a global strategy to create an oral health action plan.

Here are six clinical leadership updates for dentists to know from the last 60 days: