Some of the largest DSOs in the U.S. kicked off the new year with various growth strategies, including new partnerships, practice affiliations and healthcare initiatives.
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J. Don Spillers Jr., DMD, has been appointed to the Georgia Board of Dentistry.
Patients are feeling ashamed, guilty and fearful when returning to the dentist after postponing dental visits, according to a Feb. 1 Washington Post article.
Cleveland-based MetroHealth System has created a free dental assistant apprentice program set to launch in the spring, according to a Jan. 25 News 5 Cleveland article.
Oral health is just as important as physical health — in fact, they are even connected.
Community organizations are collaborating to fill gaps in oral healthcare for people living in a rural Missouri county, Ky3 reported Jan. 31.
The American Dental Association has launched a new series of articles highlighting challenges dental practices are facing with recruiting, hiring and training staff, the dental association said Jan. 31.
Irvine, Calif.-based DSO, Pacific Dental Services, has extended its partnership with Envista and expanded it to include Spark clear aligners, the dental supply company said Jan. 31.
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, dental practices have been rocked by rising operating costs, staff recruitment challenges, office closures and declining revenue.