John T. Powers[email protected]Dental TherapistsDental therapists' value measured by Pew report participantIn this Second Opinion column, Dr. John T. Powers responds to questions about a Pew study that focused on how he integrated a dental therapist into his private practice. As with any report, the Pew study did not include every detail, so Dr. Powers wants to offer some additional information to help answer any questions. He also explains what he sees in his community and why the decision made financial sense.February 24, 2014Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesState trooper convicted of slaying dentist seeks new trialAn ex-state trooper serving a life sentence without parole following his conviction for the murder of a dentist is seeking a new trial.AIAI may predict orthodontic extractionsDSOWhat are the differences between a DSO vs. a DPO?Practice SalesEvaluating dental practices during litigation: Beyond the saleLegal IssuesIowa dentist, charged with incompetence, surrenders license