From watching back game tape like professional sports teams to operating like the Ritz-Carlton, industries outside of healthcare can provide valuable lessons and takeaways for dentistry. Whether it is mastering one procedure like Raising Canes does with its chicken strips…
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Five dentists recently spoke with Becker’s to share what they would do differently if they started their careers today. Editor’s note: Responses were lightly edited for length and clarity. Question: If you had to start over in dentistry today, what…
Insurance companies have been employing a number of strategies to delay prior authorizations and payments to dental practices, which can put financial strain on providers. From inconsistent responses to claiming to have never received documentation to dragging out payment, dentists…
Many DSO executives are expecting an increase in M&A deals in the years to come amid shifting economic factors and pent up demand. Here is what five leaders are expecting in 2026 and beyond for M&A in dentistry: Matt Hendrick.…
The dental industry continues to suffer negatively from the ongoing conflict in Iran, from increased prices to supply chain disruptions. Barry Lyon, DDS, director of provider recruiting and onboarding at Dental Care Alliance, recently spoke with Becker’s about how the…
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Economic strain on patients’ care prioritization, insurance companies ramping up denials and the potential removal of community fluoride are big concerns for the dental industry. Patients being unable to afford dental care can lead to a number of other health…
Passing legislation that solves challenges with dental insurance could lead to improved employee satisfaction, reduced administrative burden and elevated patient care, according to one dental practice administrator. Steven Wilbanks is the practice administrator for the office of Matthew N. Wilbanks,…
The lack of patient education, trust between providers and patients, and medical-dental integration are three of the biggest hurdles in dentistry, according to this chief dental officer. Understanding the link between oral health and other medical conditions is crucial to…
For more than a decade, the dental industry has experienced one of the most aggressive consolidation cycles in its history. Private equity capital poured into the profession, DSOs scaled rapidly and large multi-location platforms became a dominant force across the…
There are still a number of advantages that come with maintaining an independent dentistal practice, from more intimate interactions with patients to having more day-to-day flexibility. For dentists who do decide to partner with a DSO, it is crucial to…