A dentist’s lawsuit against United Concordia alleging violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act will be allowed to continue after a summary judgement in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Brian Lyngaas, DDS, of Michigan, filed a…
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Here are five legislative updates at the state and federal level that have caused controversy or challenges in the dental industry: 1. The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a budget reconciliation package with provisions that will impact dentists and…
Here are 13 women in the dental field who have made headlines recently for new leadership positions and industry honors:
DiPilla Dentistry, a dental practice in Birmingham, Mich., has moved into a new facility location. The 4,500-square-foot location, also in Birmingham, Mich., is more than four times the size of the practice’s previous facility, according to a June 9 news…
Daniel Croley, DMD, is being honored with the American Heart Association’s Award of Meritorious Achievement. The award recognizes efforts that support the AHA’s initiatives, according to a news release from the organization. Dr. Croley, the vice president and chief dental…
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Pooja Soni, DDS, has taken over ownership at Quarterfield Dental Arts of Glen Burnie (Md.). The practice will continue operating at the same location under Dr. Soni’s leadership, according to a June 6 news release. Dr. Soni continues the legacy…
A Connecticut orthodontist is celebrating his 50th year in business, The Chronicle reported June 5. Mark Pollack, DDS, of Pollack Orthodontics, will soon receive a proclamation from the Town of Windham for serving patients since 1975. Dr. Pollack provides annual…
Here are 10 dentists who have been disciplined by state dental boards since February: Illinois The license of a dentist in Hoffman Estates, Ill., was placed on permanent inactive status for multiple violations in March. Iowa The Iowa Dental Board…
Rasmussen Family Dentistry has purchased the practice of Matthew Allen, DDS, who has retired after 60 years in dentistry, according to a June 4 report from Cape Coral Breeze. The practice, located in Fort Myers, Fla., will be led by…
Here are four dental industry mergers and acquisitions that took place in May: 1. Smile Source, a private practice dental network, merged with ACT Dental, a dental practice coaching and education company to enhance support for independent dentists. 2. Eau…