Over the past year, data from DSO DataCONNECT shows a notable shift in the dental industry: the percentage of general dentists affiliated with Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) and group practices (3 or more locations) has increased from 24% to 27%.…
Jeff Fordice, DDS, of Fairmont, Minn., is set to retire after more than 40 years in the dental industry, according to a March 14 report from Fairmont Sentinel. Dr. Fordice opened his practice, Birch Street Dentistry, in 1984 and has…
Dental AI company Pearl has launched Claimcheck, an AI-powered program to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the insurance claim submission process for dental practices. The tool automatically detects potential errors, organizes evidence for claims and verifies criteria for claimed…
A New York woman was recently charged with running an illegal dental practice inside of a house, dailyvoice.com reported March 13. Yolany Mejia Carranza, 55, was arrested after detectives executed a search warrant at a home in Huntington, N.Y., and…
De Pere, Wis.-based MAC Dental Center has opened a new facility after merging its previous two locations. The new practice has modern treatment rooms equipped with new dental technology, according to a March 14 news release. MAC Dental center is…
Dental hygienists have an average annual salary of $82,470 in Illinois, the best-ranked state for dental health in 2025. Personal finance site WalletHub ranked all 50 states and Washington, D.C., across two main categories: dental habits and health and oral…
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Hospitals face increasing challenges — rising patient volumes, capacity constraints and the need for cost-effective, patient-centered care. Traditional inpatient models often struggle to meet these demands efficiently. Studies…
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Clinicians make hundreds of care decisions a day. The consequences of fatigue, burnout and variability are real. Delayed diagnoses, missed follow-ups and inconsistent care are just some of…
Atlanta-based Benevis released a report highlighting the connection between oral health and mental health conditions. Symptoms of depression have been linked with mild periodontitis, tooth decay, and missing larger numbers of teeth, according to a March 12 news release from…
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The financial landscape is shifting fast, forcing 87% of hospitals to adjust their strategic plans in the past two years due to revenue shortfalls. To stay ahead, hospitals…