Dentists

Minneapolis-based The Dental Specialists experienced a data breach that affects an estimated 38,442 individuals, according to an Aug. 21 article from an attorney from Console and Associates published by JD Supra.

With the 2024 presidential election approaching, many healthcare leaders are keeping an eye on each candidate's stances on healthcare policies. 

A group of thieves broke into the building of a Seattle dental practice three separate times in one night, according to an Aug. 22 report by KOMO News.

Peter Pauly, DDS, a dentist in Bellevue, Iowa, has retired after serving the industry for 46 years, according to an Aug. 21 report by Bellevue Herald-Leader.

A hospital and a health system recently announced they would be closing and selling off dental clinics.

Delta Dental Plans Association's 2024 Original Tooth Fairy Poll found that tooth fairy giving dropped for the first time in five years. 

Here are six updates on dentistry in Georgia, as reported by Becker's since July 2:

A Kentucky dentist arrested in connection with a murder that took place in 2023 will be able to continue managing his dental practice, CBS affiliate WYMT reported Aug. 19. 

Kinsler Family Dentistry in Frankfort, Ind., experienced a data security incident affecting 5,500 individuals. 

Ludlow (Vt.) Dental Center is closing and relocating to Chester, Vt.