Increased flexibility, mobility and efficiency are three of the biggest benefits that dental professionals and organizations can expect from the Dentist and Hygienist Compact. The interstate compact allows dentists and dental hygienists to practice across member states without needing to…
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Dentistry faces new threats as community water fluoridation continues to be targeted, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, the dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and the chief clinical auditor for Dental Care Alliance, spoke with…
Delta Dental of California and affiliates are taking action this year to further integrate healthcare and spread awareness of the link between oral health and overall well-being. Delta Dental of California and affiliates CEO Sarah Chavarria and Chief Dental Officer…
Having access to mentorships is crucial for the development of young oral surgeons and dentists, providing them with key skills to succeed. The resources and programs offered by a dental organization like Max Surgical Specialty Management can be a significant…
MetLife is continuing to set the standard for value-based dentistry one year into its SpotLite on Oral Health program. The company launched SpotLite on Oral Health in March 2024, making it one of the first carriers to offer value-based dental…
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Deals and acquisitions will still be made throughout the dental space but rapid consolidation might not be in the cards due to macroeconomic trends. J. Hedrick, the CEO of Dallas-based Smile Doctors, recently made a big move with the acquisition…
The dental insurance side of dentistry has not seen much meaningful change in years, seriously lagging behind other aspects of the industry, according to this CEO. Stephen Thorne, the founder and CEO of Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health, said that he…
Developing pipelines of dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants, providing cross-training to employees and creating career development programs are just a few of the ways dental organizations and practices have adapted to the staffing landscape in dentistry. The 18 leaders…
Louisville, Ky.-based Mortenson Dental Partners is using a multifaceted approach to grow and expand its network in 2025. The DSO recently acquired four offices previously supported by West 10th Dental Group in Indianapolis, bringing its network up to 144 dental…
The ongoing tariff war between the U.S. and other countries could have detrimental effects on the healthcare supply chain and patient care, affecting dental practice operations, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. China recently imposed 125% tariffs on U.S. goods in…