Dentists

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:

Sen. Bernie Sanders introduced a bill May 17 to expand dental care coverage for veterans and low-income individuals as well as increase the oral healthcare workforce.

A West Virginia dentist recently retired after 44 years in the industry, The Shepherdstown Chronicle reported May 17. 

The University of Louisville (Ky.) School of Dentistry recently opened a clinic at a Goodwill Opportunity Center in Louisville.

New York City is the worst city for people to start a career, according to a new ranking from WalletHub. 

Dentistry saw the most mergers and acquisitions in 2023 compared to 13 other medical specialties, according to VMG Health's 2024 Healthcare M&A Report.

Gordon Isbell, DMD, testified before a U.S. Senate committee on the problems related to the access and delivery of oral healthcare.