President Trump's proposal to impose tariffs on imported goods could increase the financial strain on dental practices and DSOs, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
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The dental staffing space has felt the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, with an ongoing shortage of dental hygienists and dental assistants.
The dental industry saw a decrease in mergers and acquisitions in 2024, caused by a more constrained economy than in years past.
Removing fluoride from public water sources could have detrimental negative effects on the dental industry and public health, experts say.
Most dentists, whether or not they accept Medicaid and Medicare, agree that increased reimbursements are the most important update that needs to be made to improve the programs.
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Hackensack, N.J.-based Max Surgical Specialty Management has made waves in the oral surgery space, reaching 25 total practices by the end of 2024.
DSO executives are keeping a close eye on several trends this year as competition heats up in the field.
Ending community water fluoridation could be detrimental to the oral health of adults and children in the U.S., according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
DSOs will be tested on several fronts this year while facing staffing shortages, inflation, increased competition and more.
Remaining profitable, higher patient expectations and low reimbursement rates are a few of the biggest challenges that dentists expect to deal with in 2025.