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5 dentists' thoughts on private equity
Private equity's presence can be felt throughout the dental industry. Here's what five dentists are saying about it:
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How 5 dentists want to see the insurance reimbursement process improved
Increasing reimbursement payouts to keep up with inflation is dentists' best solution to improve the process.
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Keeping or dropping insurance networks? 5 dentists weigh in
Reimbursements from dental insurance companies are struggling to keep up with inflation, causing major challenges for some dentists.
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Quantity over quality: The trend 1 endodontist fears most
An increased emphasis on quantity of treatments has one endodontist concerned about the quality of patient care.
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The 'Bermuda Triangle' of challenges facing dentistry, per 1 dentist
Dental insurance companies, dental schools and DSOs are pushing the dental industry into a "Bermuda Triangle" of challenges, according to one dental practice owner.
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Why 1 dentist fears consolidation in dentistry
Consolidation of dental supply companies and practices is creating a new set of challenges for practice owners, according to Robert Trager, DDS.
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The hardest choices dentists have to make
The life of a dentist is full of tough decisions, from deciding what to do after graduating dental school to having to fire staff members.
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Consolidation, rising costs and more: The top trends dental execs are most afraid of
DSO consolidation, rising operational costs and staffing shortages are among the top trends dental execs and practice owners are most afraid of in 2023.
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3 of the toughest decisions dentists must make
From deciding what insurance to accept to weighing the pros and cons of joining a DSO, being a dentist calls for making tough choices.
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How 1 CFO approaches the economic challenges facing today's dental industry
Despite several economic challenges facing the dental and oral health industries, Henry Moomaw does not find it difficult to remain optimistic.
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Insight into the unique business strategy of Sage Dental from Jim Mizouni
Jim Mizouni is senior vice president and chief development officer of Sage Dental, a DSO that supports 93 total practices across Florida and Georgia.
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3 dentists react to FTC's noncompete ban proposal
A recent proposal by the Federal Trade Commission could be potentially harmful to private dental practices that aim to protect their business and patient relationships.
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Why the FTC's noncompete ban proposal could be 'detrimental' to DSOs
A recent proposal by the Federal Trade Commission could harm competition among DSOs and potentially lead to additional employee turnover, according to one DSO exec.
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Healthcare trends dental execs are keeping an eye on
The integration of dental and medical care, the rising cost of the workforce and the prominence of artificial intelligence in dentistry are three trends dental executives and dentists are following.
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Is private practice still feasible for young dentists? 5 dentists weigh in
Private practice dentists face several challenges in today's industry, including increased competition from DSOs, stagnant reimbursement rates and rising operating costs.
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How dentists have seen the industry evolve in the past 5 years
DSOs having an increased market share, private equity and the growth of digital dentistry are three of the biggest evolutions dentists have seen over the past five years.
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Biggest changes in dentistry over the past year, per 7 dentists
Dental implant robotics, rising inflation and lower insurance reimbursements are three of the biggest changes that dentists have seen in the past year.
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Why this dentist continues to practice privately
Despite dental industry consolidation trending upwards, some dentists remain steadfast in their private practice.
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What 6 dentists wish they learned in dental school
Business operations, insurance navigation and leadership are among the skills dentists say they wish they learned in dental school.
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The days of private practice are 'dwindling': The future of independent dentistry
As a result of high student debt and rising costs, practicing dentistry independently is becoming a thing of the past for many dentists.
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