Dentists

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. 

Several trends with potential negative effects on oral health have gained traction on social media this year, prompting dentists and dental organizations to speak out against them.