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Dental technology company Dentsply Sirona has added James Forbes and Brian McKeon to its board of directors, effective Feb. 27. Mr. Forbes is a healthcare investment banker recognized for helping companies drive profitable growth and long-term value creation, according to…

The American Dental Association is urging lawmakers to support scientific oversight of potential federal fluoride regulations. Five notes:  1. The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Environment held a hearing Feb. 24 titled “From Source to Tap: A…

Kirksville, Mo.-based A.T. Still University of Health Sciences has named Kneka Smith dean of its School of Dentistry & Oral Health, effective June 22. Dr. Smith, a 2019 graduate of the university, most recently served as the vice president for…

A Virginia dentist recently attended President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address to draw attention to challenges facing dental providers, WVIR reported Feb. 24.  President Trump discussed several topics during his Feb. 24 address, including affordability, immigration and trade.…

The American Association of Dental Board has introduced legislation to join the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact in four states.  Legislation has been put forward in Mississippi, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts, according to a Feb. 25 news release…

Enspire Dental, a general dentistry practice in Ann Arbor, Mich., has completed a full transition to private ownership.  The fully woman-owned practice is led by Santine Harlock, DDS, according to a Feb. 23 news release from the practice.  The transition…

The dental industry is continuing to prescribe large numbers of antibiotics, many of which are not necessary, according to a Feb. 24 article from the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.  Here…

Patients are currently filing claims to receive reimbursement for dental work that was not completed after the death of a dental practice owner, CBS Pittsburgh reported Feb. 24.  Medgaus Dental Group in Monroeville, Pa., closed last year after the unexpected…

Here are six emerging trends for dental leaders to know regarding artificial intelligence, staffing, insurance and patient care: 1. AI adoption: Several DSOs have added AI technology in recent weeks to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency, including DECA…