Low reimbursements and rising wages are just some of the many challenges facing dental practices today. 

New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 has experienced a large amount of growth this year, opening its 100th practice in September. 

Tension between DSOs and practice owners and payers is growing as operating costs continue to rise while reimbursement rates remain low.

Three dentists recently connected with Becker's to answer the question, "As a dentist, what lessons have you learned this year?"

Susan Huff, chief integration officer of MB2 Dental, connected with Becker's Dec. 6 to reflect on the most valuable skill every leader should have, her favorite accomplishment of 2022 and more.

Oral surgeons may see an increase in consolidation and a split between oral and maxillofacial surgery in the near future, according to one surgeon's predictions. 

Luke Morgan, DDS, connected with Becker's on Dec. 1 to discuss what his practice, Luke M. Morgan, D.D.S. and Associates in Mechanicsville, Md., is doing to reduce operating costs.

The economic and industry challenges faced by the dental leaders of today — including emerging technology and the influence of private equity— are helping to shape the leaders of tomorrow.

Matt Carlston, DMD, vice president of marketing and partner recruitment at Comfort Dental, connected with Becker's Nov. 28 to answer the question: "What are you doing to reduce operating costs?"

Investments, consolidation, student debt and staffing were among some of the topics dental leaders discussed with Becker's this month. 

Good return rates from dental companies have been eye catching for investors looking to delve into the industry, according to Jeremy Krell, DMD.

A combination of digital technology, the aging population and an increased demand for cosmetics is encouraging changes in patient care, according to one dentist leader. 

Dan Hosler, founder and CEO of Allied OMS, spoke with Becker's on Nov. 17 to discuss how he plans to "democratize private equity" in dental.

There are several factors contributing to staffing shortages at dental practices across the U.S., and pay is no longer enough to recruit and retain talent, according to one dentist. 

David Block, CEO of Aesthetic Porcelain Studios in Los Angeles, spoke with Becker's on Nov. 15 to discuss consolidation in the dental laboratory and DSO space.

Consolidation is quickly becoming the norm in the dental industry. Here is how four dental leaders believe consolidation is evolving in their respective markets.

Trevor Lines, DDS, of Dentists of Chandler (Ariz.), spoke with Becker's on Nov. 10 to discuss the effects of student loan debt on dentistry and how it can hinder dentists' personal growth.

Mathieu Murphy, DDS, is an owner of three dental practices in North Carolina and an affiliate with Aspen Dental. 

Trevor Lines, DDS, of Dentists of Chandler (Ariz.), spoke with Becker's Nov. 10 to discuss what he hopes to see from the next generation of dental leaders.

DeAnn McClain, COO of Heartland Dental, spoke with Becker's to discuss how cultivating a strong culture can help support dental teams.