Here are six key notes on dental companies.
Henry Schein's board of directors authorized the repurchase of up to $400 million shares of the company's common stock. In December 2014, the company authorized the $300 repurchase program. Today, the company has nearly $25 million remaining authorized for future repurchases.
For the third quarter, DENTSPLY adjusted net earnings per dilated share increased 6.5 percent to $0.66, compared to $0.62 in the same period in 2014.
Carestream launched Carestream Dental Institute, which is part of an initiative to expand training offerings to physicians and staff. The institute also has live online training, self-paced content, hands-on seminars and personalized onsite training, according to DrBicuspid.com.
Biolase stock increased 2.4 percent in short interest, with the company's short interest reaching 3.2 million shares in November, according to Voice Chronicle.
Aspen Dental is opening a new practice in Rapid City, S.D. on Dec. 3. Diana Latinow, DDS, will lead the Rapid City clinic.
Zacks analysts gave Danaher stock a rating of 1.41, indicating a "buy" rating. Analysts expect Danaher shares will have a price target of nearly $100 over the next 12 months, according to Investor Newswire.
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