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Dental practices in Virginia are having trouble with dental hygienist staffing, leading to many practices unable to meet demand for routine cleanings and preventive care, according to an Oct. 8 report from WHRO. Due to the shortage of dental hygienists,…

Jenks, Okla.-based Lumio Dental has purchased a dental practice in Southlake, Texas.  The DSO acquired Haven Dental, which was founded by Tyler Brady, DMD, according to an Oct. 9 news release from Dental Pitch Brokerage, which provided guidance to the…

Here are six DSOs that have gained new investments this year to fuel growth and establish a better financial standing: 1. Detroit-based Motor City Dental Partners received financing from Brightwood Capital Advisors, a private credit firm. The funding will be…

The Maine legislature recently passed a bill creating a new pathway for prospective clinicians to earn an adjunct dentist license, WGME reported Oct. 8. The bill allows applicants with international dentistry degrees to practice under the general supervision of a…

There are 427 pediatric dentists in New Jersey, which was recently ranked as the worst state for children’s oral health in the U.S.  WalletHub released a ranking of the best and worst states for children’s oral health April 8. KFF…

There are 33 pediatric dentists in Washington, D.C., which was recently ranked as the best state for children’s oral health in the U.S.  WalletHub released a ranking of the best and worst states for children’s oral health April 8. KFF…

Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health is zeroing in on organic growth, opening de novo offices, technology and oral systemic health to drive growth this year. The healthcare company has opened more than 30 offices this year and plans to open between…

Blackhawk Family Dental, a new dental practice in Pea Ridge, Ark., has opened, according to an Oct. 8 report from Pea Ridge Times. The practice is led by Peyton Garnett, DDS.  Services provided at the practice include bridges, crowns, dentures,…