A dental hygienist in Pennsylvania won the seat for the state's 126th House of Representatives, according to a Nov. 5 report by Longview News-Journal.
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There are 39.99 dentists for every 100,000 residents in Connecticut, the best-ranked state for dental health.
Illinois has passed several bills this year aimed at improving how dental services are provided, reducing billing issues and regulating certain services.
The Illinois legislature recently passed a bill that would ban dental insurers from denying coverage for procedures they've previously authorized.
Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has hit major milestones while expanding its network this year.
A survey by the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in Lexington found that children's dental decay rates in the state exceed the national average.
Asheville, N.C.-based Zöe Dental plans to open a 20-operatory dental practice in Asheville.
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners recently added Endodontic Associates to its network.
Dallas-based MB2 Dental has added its first set of practices in Massachusetts.
The rising costs of operating a dental practice over the last few years have created ongoing challenges for the dental industry, leading owners to make tough decisions to stay afloat.