More than 90% of dentists who have actively been recruiting dental hygienists over the past three months said that it has been “very” or “extremely” challenging, according to a report from the American Dental Association. Nearly 40% of dentists who…
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PDS Health Medical, the medical arm of Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health, has appointed Brett Bingham as president. In the role, Mr. Bingham will lead the strategic direction and operational growth of PDS Health Medical as it expands access to primary…
Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners has grown its network over the years to include more than 275 offices and more than 450 doctors in 36 states. Here is how the company has evolved since 2023: 2025 1. The DSO added…
New efforts to prevent and catch fraud within CMS programs require stronger safeguards for DSOs, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. CMS recently proposed the Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare, or CRUSH, initiative, which is designed to stop suspicious payments…
From financial hardships to workforce issues, there were a number of dental practice closures from the first quarter of 2026. Here are seven dental practices that closed during the first three months of the year, as reported by Becker’s. Note:…
The CareQuest Institute for Oral Health has appointed An Nguyen, DDS, as chief clinical officer. Dr. Nguyen has nearly two decades of experience working with underserved communities and advancing equitable oral healthcare. She is a past president of the National…
Here are seven dental leadership changes that have taken place since March 25: 1. Sarasota, Fla.-based Dental Care Alliance promoted Victoria Johnson to chief revenue officer. 2. Waltham, Mass.-based 42 North Dental hired Charmaine O Croy to be its senior…
As 2027 approaches, Medicare Advantage plans are navigating tighter margins, increased oversight and higher expectations for accuracy. They are entering a more constrained environment where performance, not volume, will determine financial outcomes. From expanded RADV audit exposure to tighter expectations…
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Salt Lake City-based Bridge Dental Group has expanded its network with two new partnerships in Glendora, Calif. The dentist-founded DSO partnered with Foothill Family Dental Group and Peak Dental Specialists, led by Mariam Arnouk, DMD, and Yara Arnouk, DDS, according…
Increased hygienist autonomy could be the key to alleviating dental accessibility issues, but many dental professionals agree that the industry must go about it the correct way in order for this effort to succeed. As part of its 2026-28 Strategic…