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The dental industry is facing a variety of challenges straining the workforce, but positive developments from the last few months are giving practice owners and DSO executives hope for a brighter future. Here are eight updates leading to optimism and…

Dozens of dentists have made headlines this year by opening new practices, earning awards, being appointed to various leadership positions and discussing some of the most notable topics in the industry. Here are more than 200 dentists Becker’s has reported…

Nearly 80% of dental school graduates take out loans to pay for dental school, according to data from the Education Data Initiative. The Education Data Initiative provides information on dental school costs and debt in the U.S. Data shows that…

The Academy of General Dentistry has named Jeffrey Okeson, DMD, the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award. The Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award is the AGD’s most distinguished honor for dental educators, according to a July 6…

Although the number of dentists affiliated with DSOs has increased over the years due to the benefits these partnerships provide, many dentists still see the advantages of remaining in private practice. Three dentists recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss the…

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan has assumed direct operational control of a nine-clinic network after an audit uncovered operational inefficiencies. The department said its board reviewed an evaluation of Dental Clinics North’s operations during a June meeting, during which…

The average cost of living in Washington, the highest-paying state for dental hygienists, is $55,316 for a single adult with no children. The Bureau of Labor Statistics updated its salary data for dental jobs to reflect 2025 information May 15.…