The average annual salary for dental hygienists has increased each of the last five years, jumping from $77,230 in 2019 to $89,890 in 2023, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Dental hygienists have the highest mean hourly wage in Washington, where they make $59.38 per hour, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
A North Carolina dentist had his license suspended April 2 for allegedly being impaired at his dental office.
A North Carolina woman was recently charged with working as a dental hygienist despite not having a license, abc45 News reported April 16.
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental recently added a Louisiana dental office to its network.
Miami-based Guardian Dentistry Partners recently appointed Dr. Tarek Aly as COO.
General dentists make an average annual salary of $191,750, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ransomware group RansomHub recently leaked contracts and patient records purportedly stolen from Change Healthcare.
Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental opened two practices in Florida, bringing the DSO's total network to more than 120 locations across Florida and Georgia.
Dental supply company Envista has appointed Paul Keel CEO, effective May 1.