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The increase in the commoditization of implant dentistry could have a negative impact on patient care, according to Abdallah Awada, DDS.

Creating a positive culture at a dental practice could be the key to its success, according to Abdallah Awada, DDS.

There are several key changes that will need to be made for medical-dental integration to be successful, according to one healthcare leader.

Although Lisa Simon, MD, DMD, serves as an associate physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, she is also deeply involved in the oral health of patients.

For two physicians, proper access to oral healthcare is about more than just having a nice smile.

An increasing number of dentists have become more open to joining DSOs as these organizations work to refute misconceptions and support dental professionals, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.

Expanding medical-dental integration, improving patient care and practice optimization and growth are some of the most important priorities for seven dental leaders in the second half of 2024.

Dental AI programs and new technologies are becoming more common in dental practices, often improving the patient experience while boosting practice efficiency.

This month, several dental industry leaders spoke with Becker's about the most pressing issues and trends in the field, including saliva testing, DSO consolidation and employee burnout. 

Maintaining a successful dental practice relies on several critical factors, including patient retention, production and staffing.