Robotics, DSO consolidation and dental hygienist burnout are just some of the topics dental industry leaders spoke with Becker's about this month.
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Several stories about dental compensation drew the most attention in April.
From new DSOs being formed to network expansions, here are DSO moves Becker's has covered since April 4:
DentalHQ has added Hoss Sooudi as CEO and Kendra Hunter as COO.
Wendell Edgin, DDS, who served as president of several dental organizations and formerly served as a consultant to the U.S. surgeon general, is retiring after 42 years of practice.
Private equity-backed DSO Gen4 Dental Partners expanded its Minnesota presence after adding three Rochester-based practices to its network.
Ghali Ghali, DDS, MD, was recently given the Distinguished Service Award from the Louisiana Dental Association, the Bossier Press-Tribune reported April 26.
Scottsdale, Ariz.-based dental partnership organization Imagen Dental Partners recently expanded its footprint in Texas with the addition of Heart of Texas Smiles to its network.
The American Dental Association Science and Research Institute and the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio have received a $2.4 million grant to fund research into responsible antibiotic use for periodontal disease.
Teledentistry company SmileDirectClub completed a $255 million secured debt facility for its SmilePay subsidiary.