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Massachusetts dental providers recently debated an interstate dental compact being considered by legislators, Masslive.com reported July 14.  Four notes: 1. State legislators are considering legislation to join two different compacts: the Interstate Dental & Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact, and the…

Here are six Medicaid and Medicare headlines impacting dentistry for industry leaders to know, as reported by Becker’s since May 13:

The DSO field has seen an explosion of growth over the last few years, with several new organizations joining the competition.  Here are 18 DSOs that have launched in the last four years.  Note: This list includes DSOs, MSOs and…

Here are five dentists who have stepped into the dean position at dental schools in the U.S.: 1. Margaret Hill, DMD, was appointed the permanent dean of the University of Louisville (Ky.) School of Dentistry after serving in the interim…

A North Carolina office tower leased to dental technology company Dentsply Sirona was sold for $71.5 million, connectcre.com reported July 14. Ballantyne Tower is a 260,958-square-foot facility located on a 5.4-acre site in Charlotte, N.C. It is fully leased to…

Here are four recent transactions in the dental industry worth more than $80 million: 1. A single-tenant retail property in Franklin, N.C., that is net-leased to Aspen Dental, was sold for $2 million. 2. A retail center in Rutland, Vt.,…

Stanley Bergman, CEO of dental supplier Henry Schein, is stepping down from his position at the end of 2025.  Mr. Bergman has spent more than 45 years at the company, including more than 35 years as CEO, according to a…

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont signed legislation requiring public water systems in the state to maintain their existing levels of fluoride as currently recommended by HHS.  The law provides protections for the state if the Trump administration removes the current federal…