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Aspen Dental opened three offices in Minnesota that will open in October and November.

The American Dental Association formed a strategic alliance with nonprofit organization Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare to simplifying the credentialing process for employers, dentists and dental plans.

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Frank Lucia is the new president and CEO of Roanoke-based Delta Dental of Virginia, effective Nov. 13, according to The Roanoke Times.

Bright Now! Dental relocated and opened its newest Smile Brands supported office in Covina, Calif.

Apteryx, a LED Medical Diagnostic subsidiary, partnered with DSN Software to integrate its cloud imaging software with DSN's practice management software.

Dimensional Dental affiliated with Brighter Dental of New Jersey, thereby expanding the DSO's footprint in the state.

Aspen Dental is relocating its Tullahoma, Tenn., office to enhance the patient experience, according to Markets Insider.

Delta Dental of Kentucky named Jude Thompson CEO, according to The Lane Report.

Since July 2015, Kevin Trexler has served as CEO of American Dental Partners, the fifth largest dental support organization.