Here are three headlines and updates on the dental industry in Florida that Becker's has reported on since March 12:

A Utah orthodontist plans to retire after 35 years of practice. 

Dentologie is continuing its expansion in Chicago with the addition of two offices.

Boca Raton-based Florida Atlantic University was not approved to receive more than $100 million in state funding for its upcoming dental school, Boca Magazine reported March 19.  

From dental clinic closings to DSO affiliations, here are four dentistry-related updates that have taken place in Pennsylvania since Jan. 31: 

The average cost of a dental cleaning in the U.S. is $163, compared to $89 in Germany. 

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center has provided more details about the upcoming closure of its Montefiore dental center, TribLive.com reported March 18. 

The University of Washington School of Dentistry is doubling the size of its regional initiatives in dental education program.

From DSO acquisitions to health system moves, here are five oral surgery updates Becker's has covered since Feb. 13: 

Lawrence Duffy, DMD, a dentist in Florida, agreed to voluntarily relinquish his dental license following using general anesthesia without a permit.