Dental leaders weigh cutbacks, investments as economic headwinds mount

February 4, 2026

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1. 'Death by a thousand paper cuts': Economic challenges drive tough decisions for dental leaders Full story

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3. Hear from both DSOs + dental practices on scaling automation without staff strain: here.

4. Where dental loss ratios stand in 2026 Full story

5. National dental spending ties record high: ADA Full story

 

6. Missed care opportunities hide in plain sight. See how to surface and activate treatment insights here.

7. Government reopens after partial shutdown: 5 healthcare takeaways Full story

8. Virginia dentists, hygienists spar over workforce legislation: 7 notes Full story

9. PDS Health names Pearl as its enterprise AI partner: 5 things to know Full story

10. Why increased dental school enrollment may not be good for the field Full story

 

11. Scalable staffing without sacrificing team cohesion? Ascension Living shares how here.

12. The next era of technology-driven implant care Full story

13. Bill would mandate new system for deep sedation in Washington dental practices Full story

14. Premier Care Dental Management acquires 3-location practice Full story

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