Maine legislators are considering two bills aimed at increasing dental care accessibility, The Maine Monitor reported Feb. 26. Seven notes: 1. Access to dental care in the state has declined as the ...

The American Association of Orthodontists is recognizing Larry Tadlock, DDS, with the James E. Brophy Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Tadlock is head of the Orthodontic Department and a clinical ...

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has ordered the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to withdraw a proposed rule adding prior authorizations for complex tooth extractions.  A letter from Mr.

The American Dental Association Foundation has created a disaster relief fund to support dentists affected by natural disasters. Grants will be given to state dental associations and their affiliated ...

There are several DSOs close to reaching their 100th practice milestone. Here is an inside look into three of these DSOs and their recent activity: Park Dental Partners (Minneapolis) Park Dental ...

Minneapolis-based Park Dental Partners reported $244.5 million in revenue during 2025, a 6.4% increase over 2024, according to a Feb. 25 news release from the DSO.  Here are nine additional things to ...

State lawmakers have introduced several pieces of legislation aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency for dental insurers. Six updates: 1. The Nevada Commissioner of Insurance adopted new ...

Dental technology company Dentsply Sirona has added James Forbes and Brian McKeon to its board of directors, effective Feb. 27. Mr. Forbes is a healthcare investment banker recognized for helping ...

The American Dental Association is urging lawmakers to support scientific oversight of potential federal fluoride regulations. Five notes: 1. The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee’s ...

Kirksville, Mo.-based A.T. Still University of Health Sciences has named Kneka Smith dean of its School of Dentistry & Oral Health, effective June 22. Dr. Smith, a 2019 graduate of the university, ...

A Virginia dentist recently attended President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address to draw attention to challenges facing dental providers, WVIR reported Feb. 24. President Trump discussed ...

The American Association of Dental Board has introduced legislation to join the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact in four states.  Legislation has been put forward in Mississippi, ...