Dentists' panic selling their practices to DSOs, the wave of dental hygienists leaving the workforce and a breakdown in trust between dentists and patients are three ways that dentistry and dental practice operations have been permanently altered by COVID-19.
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Chicago-based The Aspen Group is seeing their consumer-focused investments pay off, and is ready to double down on those initiatives for continued growth this year.
DSOs are facing a new challenge as patients are exposed to an increasing amount of misinformation online.
Although an increase in demand for orthodontic care may seem like a blessing, one orthodontist is sounding the alarm on the growing issue behind it.
The rise of artificial intelligence, insurance pressures and the oral systemic link are just a few of the most pressing issues dentists say are flying under the radar of the industry.
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With the increasing influence and impact of DSOs in the dental industry, one dentist has a few ways for these companies to help solve some of dentistry's most pressing issues.
New dental technology developments, changing market dynamics and the competitive labor market are three major points of interest on this dental group's radar for 2025.
Failure to invest in new technology could hold DSOs back from future growth as dentists and patients flock to companies with the most innovative care.
Pittsburgh-based North American Dental Group is making several investments in technology, staffing and patient care this year to support its network and drive success.
As President Donald Trump gets settled into his second term, many industry leaders are wondering which policy changes could affect oral healthcare in the U.S.