Dentists

UNC Pembroke and the UNC Adams School of Dentistry partnered to launch an initiative for aspiring dentists to attend dental school.  The Early Assurance Program offers admission assurance into the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at the UNC Adams School…

The percentage of adults making cosmetic dental visits dropped to 4% in 2024, according to Delta Dental’s 2025 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report. Delta Dental Plans Association partnered with market research firm Material Holdings to conduct research…

A building in Wilmington, Del., housing an orthodontics office was recently sold for $1.2 million, Delaware Business Now reported May 19. The 4,243-square-foot medical office building was purchased by an out-of-state buyer.  The property is 100% leased to Greeley &…

Chris Christensen, DMD, has taken ownership of a dental practice in Rio Rancho, N.M., according to a May 19 report from Rio Rancho Observer. After nearly 30 years of practicing, Kirk Wondra, DDS, the previous owner, decided to transition to…

The American Dental Association is urging members of Congress to oppose a provision in a recently advanced tax bill that would harm dentists, according to a May 16 news release from the ADA.  Here are four notes for dentists:

A West Virginia dentist who was accused of hiding a camera in the staff bathroom is now facing 15 additional lawsuits from employees, Fox affiliate WTOV reported May 19.  Jeremy Crow, DDS, was arrested in August and charged with 39…

The Washington Dental Quality Assurance Commission indefinitely suspended the credential to practice in the state of Joseph Zimmer, DDS. In 2024, a site inspection at Dr. Zimmer’s dental practice uncovered multiple infection control violations, according to a May 16 news…

A new dental practice has opened in an area deemed a “dental desert” in Lexington, Ky., WKYT reported May 16.  Unbridled Dental Care is led by Chassity Betzing, DMD, Rachel Wilson, DMD, and Mark Carter, DMD. The practice offers a…

Here are 17 dentists who have made headlines since May 12:

Studies have shown a link between cardiovascular disease and oral health. The evidence is growing: oral health is connected to overall health. In an effort to increase awareness; expand access to equitable, integrated healthcare; and educate patients and clinicians about…