To combat the spread of coronavirus, Chicago-based DecisionOne Dental Partners plans to open its practices for three hours a week.
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Rhode Island has taken the most aggressive measures against COVID-19, while Wyoming has taken the least, according to a March 17 WalletHub report.
The Michigan Dental Association recommended dental offices throughout the state to shut down for the next two weeks, beginning March 17, according to local NBC affiliate WOOD.
The American Dental Association is asking all dentists to postpone elective procedures for the next three weeks to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
A Portage, Wis.-based dentist pleaded guilty March 12 to obtaining oxycodone by use of misrepresentation, fraud and deception, according to a Department of Justice news release.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued new guidance for healthcare providers to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Eureka, Mo.-based Oral Facial Surgery Center reported that its internet-based payment system was hacked and nearly $10,000 was stolen, according to The Leader.
Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente announced March 15 that all nonemergency medical and dental procedures in Oregon and Southwest Washington will be postponed through the end of the month, according to The Oregonian.
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Numerous dental conferences and clinics have been canceled amid rising COVID-19 concerns.