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DSO Spark Dental rebrands
Dental service organization (DSO) Spark Dental Management has rebranded as Chord Specialty Dental Partners.
April 29, 2024
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DSO PDS rebrands to PDS Health
Dental service organization (DSO) Pacific Dental Services (PDS) has rebranded as PDS Health to mark it becoming a comprehensive healthcare support organization.
April 26, 2024
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AI
OrthoSelect AI to integrate into Relu CBCT software
Orthodontics software company OrthoSelect will integrate its DIBS artificial intelligence (AI) software into Relu's Engine cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) visualization software.
April 26, 2024
Cbct System
Saliva Testing
Avesis, Harmony launch pilot salivary testing
Avesis and Harmony Health have piloted a program to improve oral healthcare for underserved Medicaid populations with special needs.
April 26, 2024
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Dental Education
UNMC Dental names director of CE
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry has named Connie Kugel, RDH, as its director of continuing education (CE).
April 25, 2024
Connie Kugel, RDH. Image courtesy of UNMC.
DSO
DSO The Smilist secures $285M to fund growth
Dental service organization (DSO) The Smilist has secured a $285 million debt facility to fund its growth.
April 25, 2024
Money Franklin
Regulatory Updates
BMF's ultrathin veneer material gets FDA nod
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given 510(k) clearance to Boston Micro Fabrication's (BMF) UltraThineer material.
April 25, 2024
Approved Stamp
AI
Heartland Dental, VideaHealth complete dentistry's largest-to-date AI implementation
Dental service organization Heartland Dental has implemented artificial intelligence (AI) imaging software VideaAI into its supported practices.
April 24, 2024
Panoramic Xray
3D Printing
SprintRay introduces Midas 3D printer
SprintRay introduced the Midas digital press 3D printer at its summit, 3DNext 2024, which was held in April in Miami.
April 24, 2024
The Midas digital 3D printer. Image courtesy of SprintRay.
Legal Issues
Man arraigned for unlicensed dentistry
A 53-year-old man was arraigned on April 19 for allegedly practicing dentistry without license at a business office.
April 24, 2024
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Dental hygienist charged with using forged licenses
A woman accused of practicing with bogus state dental hygienist licenses for more than four years has been charged, according to an affidavit.
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Don't let missing tooth clauses sink your dental insurance claims
By Julia Nevodcikova
Julia Nevodcikova gives two real-world scenarios that show how fine-print clauses affecting insurance benefit determinations can keep revenue out of your dental practice.
January 23, 2025
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Clinicians may finally be responding to the opioid crisis
By Ava Barros
Dental care providers have significantly reduced the number of opioid prescriptions after oral surgery procedures over a 10-year period, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
January 23, 2025
Opioids
Nonopioids top opioids for 3rd-molar surgery pain
By Ava Barros
Surgeons often prescribe opioids preemptively, though a combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen may be the preferred choice for pain after third-molar extractions, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
January 23, 2025
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New study highlights importance of best practices with infection control, pain management
By Kevin Henry
Approximately 50% of all surgical site infections are preventable if doctors follow best practices. Here's what a new study is highlighting to help you in your dental practice.
January 23, 2025
Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria
Dentist pleads not guilty in 4-week-old patient's death
By Melissa Busch
A dentist pleaded not guilty to professional misconduct charges related to the death of a healthy four-week-old boy who died during a common procedure.
January 22, 2025
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Gum disease may be linked to impaired brain function
By Ava Barros
Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press release.
January 22, 2025
Brain Puzzle Dementia
Clinical tip: What you need to know about platelet-rich fibrin
By Kevin Henry
CDOCS faculty member Dr. Doug Smail returns this week to discuss the benefits of platelet-rich fibrin and its applications in dentistry.
January 22, 2025
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AI applications on the rise in clear aligner therapy
By Ava Barros
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clear aligner therapy is growing, offering opportunities for improved efficiency, accuracy, and predictability in orthodontic planning, reports a review published in the Journal of Dentistry.
January 22, 2025
Clear Aligner
Dentist accused of trying to meet up with child
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested on January 15 as part of a trafficking sting after allegedly attempting to meet up with someone he believed to be a minor for sexual purposes.
January 21, 2025
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Caries may be linked to diabetes incidence
By Ava Barros
Diabetes prevalence may be linked to higher caries experience, according to a study published in Public Health.
January 21, 2025
Tooth Caries Cavity
Podcast: Dental billing 101, featuring newcomer tips and tricks with Ashley Bond
By Kevin Henry
A dental insurance expert dives into the fundamentals of billing, addressing common mistakes, the importance of training new team members, and strategies for managing insurance changes and outstanding claims.
January 21, 2025
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Navigating a shifting dental economy
By Ryan Mingus
The 2025 dental M&A market is very different from 2024's, writes Ryan Mingus from Tusk Partners. Here's what practice owners need to know.
January 21, 2025
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