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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed the state’s budget bill June 22, which includes additional funding for dental Medicaid services. Three notes: 1. The budget includes approximately $140 million in new funding to increase reimbursement rates for frequently billed Medicaid dental…

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved legislation June 24 that would restore certain dental services under the state’s Medicaid program. Four notes: 1. House Bill 583 would restore Medicaid coverage for root canals, periodontal disease treatment and emergency exams. 2.…

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” plan could lead to certain advantages and disadvantages for DSOs, according to one executive. Barry Lyon, DDS, is the dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and the…

The CEOs of Overjet and U.S. Oral Surgery Management were recently included in Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year regional lists for 2025. The Entrepreneur of the Year awards celebrate leaders who are working to transform industries and create…

Two professors from Stony Brook University have received a $300,000 grant from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to determine whether dental imaging can be used to detect early signs of heart disease. Mina Mahdian, DDS, an associate…

Artificial intelligence has emerged as one of the most innovative technologies in healthcare as providers look for tools to enhance patient care and improve operations. Here are some of the most notable updates regarding AI’s growing presence in dentistry since…

Here are four dental organizations that have expanded their use of artificial intelligence so far this year, including DSOs, dental practices and dental schools: 1. Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental integrated VideaHealth’s AI-powered platform into its network of more than 100…

Dental artificial intelligence company VideaHealth has added features to its VideaAI platform that recommends patients for aligner and implant treatment.  OrthoAI and ImplantAI analyze radiographs to help DSOs and independent practices identify patients who may benefit from aligners or implants,…

A Montant dentist recently agreed to surrender his license after facing allegations of sexual misconduct. Ronny Rodriguez, DMD, is the owner of Dental Care of Montana in Missoula.  Dr. Rodriguez was accused of engaging in sexual misconduct with two female…