6 dentists making headlines

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Here are six dentists who have made headlines since April 29:

  1. Barrett Straub, DDS, was appointed CEO of Smile Source.
  2. Barry Lyon, DDS, the dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and the chief clinical auditor for Dental Care Alliance, spoke with Becker’s about how other countries are advancing fluoridation measures to improve the health outcomes of their residents.
  3. Trevor Given, DMD, is leading a new Aspen Dental office in Helena, Mont.
  4. William Linger, DDS, surrendered his sedation permit after failing to address safety concerns or fix violations related to sedation. 
  5. Steven Siegel, DMD, was elected president of the American Association of Orthodontists for 2025-2026.
  6. Chicago-based Aspen Dental named Mithila Sharma, DDS, as director of clinical and prosthodontic support.
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