Increased hygienist autonomy could be the key to alleviating dental accessibility issues, but many dental professionals agree that the industry must go about it the correct way in order for this effort to succeed. As part of its 2026-28 Strategic…
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A Michigan dentist is facing multiple charges related to a Medicaid fraud scheme. Faddi Salim, DDS, allegedly billed the state Medicaid program for dental crowns that were never provided. The Michigan attorney general’s office said April 3 that it learned…
The Vermont Dental Society and the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry have partnered to open the largest dental clinic and training site in Vermont, WCAX reported April 3. Three notes: 1. The clinic, which will be located in…
The American Dental Association has expressed concerns about the new antifraud program developed by CMS, according to an April 2 news release from the ADA. Here are eight things to know:
Phoenix-based SALT Dental Partners has added more than a dozen practices to its network in the last several months, continuing its streak of strong growth from the last couple of years. The DSO said last year that it experienced a…
Financial innovation and human-centered design help practices reduce barriers, empower patients, and support better oral and overall health Oral health is foundational to overall well-being, contributing to everything from chronic disease prevention to long-term quality of life. Yet despite this…
Here are 15 important dental technology and AI updates and headlines to know from the first quarter of 2026, as reported by Becker’s. Note: This list is not exhaustive.
Here are five mergers and acquisitions that took place in the dental industry in March:
Several DSOs entered new partnerships and de novo practices to their network this week, while one closed an office. Four DSOs making headlines: 1. Chicago-based Aspen Dental closed and consolidated a practice in Gloucester, Mass. 2. Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental…
Forest Grove, Ore.-based Pacific University has launched a master’s degree program in dental therapy. The school received approval from the Commission on Dental Accreditation in March, making it the fourth accredited dental therapy program in the U.S. and making Pacific…