Dental legislation and policy significantly lags behind how dentistry is actually practiced today, creating friction for providers and often failing to address significant health needs when they arise. Insurance reimbursements and annual maximums have not seen any meaningful increase in…
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Over the past few years, dental AI has become more widespread throughout the industry, with more dentists and practices choosing to integrate the technology. The initial response has been overall positive, with practices and DSOs improving the patient experience and…
Macroeconomic challenges have forced practice owners and DSO leaders to scrutinize investments and weigh cuts to prevent profit losses and other setbacks. Smile Makers Dental Center CEO Geith Kallas, DDS, and Fireside Dental Co. CFO John Bell recently spoke with…
Implant dentistry has long been a driver of meaningful innovation, and today we are at a clear inflection point. Over the past decade, the shift from analog workflows to digitally enabled, data-informed care has fundamentally changed how we approach tooth…
Compliance programs are critical for DSOs to avoid legal troubles and ensure they are able to provide the highest quality service to providers and patients, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and…
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The lack of dental-medical integration, not paying enough attention to patients’ experience and leadership development of younger dentists are just three of the many trends that leaders are saying the industry is overlooking. The 16 leaders featured in this article…
This month, dental executives and clinicians spoke with Becker’s about changing patient behaviour, artificial intelligence, private equity trends and more. Here is what nine dental leaders told us in January: Specialized Dental Partners targets growth initiatives amid increased patient demand:…
Although increasing dental school enrollment is largely seen as beneficial for patient care and the overall industry, it could also come with several drawbacks, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics…
Franklin, Tenn.-based Specialized Dental Partners plans to focus on strategic partnerships and supporting integrated care among its clinicians as it adapts to increased demand for specialty services. The DSO added more than 20 offices and 80 doctors to its network…
Although artificial intelligence has become an innovative tool for tackling various administrative tasks and delivering patient care, dental leaders must be cautious not to overlook the most critical factor for success: clinicians. Roshan Parikh, DDS, chief revenue officer at RipeGlobal,…