After experiencing a decrease between 2017 and 2018, annual compensation for orthodontists has since increased, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Increased DSO presence, lower reimbursements and fewer solo practitioners are among the top predictions dentists have for the future of dentistry.
Practices implementing new technologies allows providers to put patients' needs first.
Former dentist William Dalton Thomas of Hillsboro, Ohio-based New Market Family Dentistry, received a five-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to two drug-related counts, according to court records cited by The Highland County Press.
The Hispanic Center for Excellence at UT Health San Antonio is taking steps to ensure patients see themselves represented in dentistry, ABC affiliate KSAT reported Feb. 13.
A Chicago dentist who filed a lawsuit against Humana and five other dentists who made headlines last week:
A dental school appointed a leader for its international dentist program and Tab32 appointed a new operations executive.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proposed $243 million be added to her annual budget to expand dental coverage to adult Medicaid recipients, Michigan Radio reported Feb. 13.
Although annual compensation for oral and maxillofacial surgeons saw a significant increase between 2016 and 2017, the average salary has declined since, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Sarasota, Fla.-based DSO Dental Care Alliance has integrated Weave's customer communication platform at all of its locations nationwide, Weave said Feb. 9.