Dentists

Here are 20 legislative updates from the state and federal levels that could impact dental professionals and practice operations: 

A dental practice in Independence, Mo., suddenly closed, leaving patients searching for answers, according to a May 22 report by FOX 4.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp recently vetoed a teledentistry bill and enacted another bill to increase funding for adult dental services under Medicaid, Fox 5 Atlanta reported May 8. 

Scott Craven, DDS, recently added the Yomi dental implant robot to his practice. 

The Connecticut General Assembly sent two bills related to dentistry and oral health in the state to Gov. Ned Lamont for approval.

A Washington oral surgeon recently surrendered his license.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recently honored more than a dozen dentists for their contributions to the field. 

A Massachusetts dental practice and its office manager were recently charged with Medicaid fraud, performing unlicensed dentistry, assault and battery. 

A Colorado woman who pleaded guilty to embezzlement was recently ordered to pay $34,665.60 in restitution, The Durango Herald reported May 17.

Here are five dental industry updates Becker's has reported on since April 26: