The American Dental Association is urging federal lawmakers to pursue transparency policies that strengthen payer accountability and improve the patient experience. Five notes:
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Here are three dental leadership updates since June 6: 1. Dental technology company Dentsply Sirona named John Fortson as executive vice president and CFO, effective July 20. 2. Houston-based Specialty1 Partners added Andrew Sousa as its vice president of business…
Costa Mesa, Calif.-based Smile Brands has selected Pearl as its dental AI partner, and has started rolling out the technology to its practices. During a pilot program with Pearl’s AI, Smile Brands experienced improvements in how providers presented diagnoses and…
Healthcare organizations have spent years investing in personalization, digital engagement, omnichannel outreach, and member experience. Yet despite more communications, more channels, and more technology, behavior change remains frustratingly difficult to achieve at scale. Why? Because most organizations still treat behavior…
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- Koleen Cavanaugh, SVP & Chief Marketing Officer, Independence Blue Cross
- Bukata Hayes, Chief Community Health Officer, HMO Minnesota (Blue Plus)
- Nathan Foco, Chief Marketing and Insights Officer, Select Health
- Trish Cox, Chief Experience Officer, SCAN Health Plan
- Jonas Puente, Associate Principal, ZS Associates
Robert Davis, DMD, is planning to retire at the end of June after more than three decades of service, according to a June 12 report from Mahoning Matters. Dentistry for Children and Teens, led by Dr. Davis will close June…
Here are six recent updates that have led to optimism and skepticism among DSO leaders: Good news DSO investments Several DSOs have landed investments this year to support debt restructuring and network growth. Lone Peak Dental Group recently received a…
The U.S. needs 12,715 dental practitioners to fill existing shortage areas, according to new data from the Health Resources and Services Administration. The HRSA updated its dashboard showcasing data on health professional shortages June 11. Five dental notes from the…
Plantation, Fla.-based Vitana Pediatric and Orthodontic Partners is the fastest-growing DSO in the U.S., according to recent ranking by Inc. Vitana has achieved a 1,325% three-year growth rate, along with 18% annual practice growth. It also boasts a 98% doctor…
Here are five updates on the oral surgery field since May 12: 1. The University of Buffalo (N.Y.) School of Dental Medicine plans to end its oral and maxillofacial surgery advanced residency program at the end of the academic year.…
The average annual salary for dental hygienists has increased 21.6% over the last five years, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. BLS recently released updated compensation data to reflect 2025 information, the latest available. Here is how…