The increased adoption of medical loss ratio in the dental industry will have a major impact on dental insurance companies, DSOs and patients in 2024, according to two DSO executives.
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Oral hygiene advice given to patients must be updated to improve dental literacy, according to Steven Edwards, DDS.
Many dentists are following the introduction and implementation of new technologies in the industry.
Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental has started off 2024 with a pair of acquisitions, building on last year's expansion success, when they surpassed 100 total practices.
While new pieces of dental technology have been introduced in recent years to enhance patient care, improve communication and ease administrative burdens, teledentistry is standing out as a way to increase accessibility.
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More dental practice consolidation, dentist seeking autonomy in DSO partnerships, and the integration of medical and dental providers: These are the trends dental professionals expect to see this year.
Understanding business practices, attracting patients and expanding services are just some of the ways dental practices can increase profitability this year, according to Barry Lyon, DDS.
Technology and AI are becoming more prevalent in the dental industry, which some leaders see as good, while others are not as sure.
Despite many execs expecting economic challenges to slow DSO activity, Rock Dental Brands is remaining flexible and committed to its expansion goals.
Hiring has become more competitive in the oral surgery field as more DSOs enter the market, according to Jason Auerbach, DDS.