Dentists and dental organizations are coming up with changing strategies to deal with tariffs as leaders predict the impact tariffs will have on the industry in the long term. Here are five updates, as reported by Becker’s since March 6:
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Arkansas Dental Centers has opened a dental clinic in Rogers, Ark., the organization’s 11th location, according to a May 26 report from Talk Business & Politics. The practice is led by Matthew Harrision, DDS, and provides services including preventive care,…
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the budget reconciliation package, which has many provisions that will impact dentists and the dental industry, according to a May 23 news release from the American Dental Association. Here are three things to know:
The Iowa Dental Board has fined Jonathan Karch, DDS, after a patient died under his care, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reported May 22. According to documents from the Iowa Dental Board, Jonathan Karch, DDS, of Johnston, Iowa, participated in a…
A medical office facility for oral surgery has been proposed in Frederick, Md., according to a May 22 report from The Frederick News-Post. The 43,562-square-foot site would include a 9,734-square-foot building, which would perform dental implant and periodontal procedures The…
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DSOs and dental practices have invested in several new technologies this year to enhance clinical care and improve operations. Three notable updates so far in 2025: 1. Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health is implementing additional machine identity security solutions to its…
The Oklahoma legislature has enacted a law that updates the state dental act by adding licensure requirements and new patient protections while changing dental practice regulations. Senate Bill 669, which became law May 21, includes several provisions. Seven notes: 1.…
Georgia legislators have passed a bill that will require patients to complete an in-person exam before undergoing orthodontic treatment. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed House Bill 567 to regulate teledentistry May 9. In addition to requiring in-person exams, the bill…
Dental leaders across the U.S. are growing more concerned with the accessibility of oral healthcare as federal threats loom. The dental industry has been dealt several blows over the last few weeks regarding funding, research, workforce development and policy. Many…
Here are seven recent dental industry deals and investments totaling nearly $345 million: 1. A building in Wilmington, Del., housing an orthodontics office was sold for $1.2 million. 2. Dental supply company Henry Schein completed a $250 million strategic investment…