An ex-dental employee accused of tampering with a work computer after she was fired and illegally performing teeth whitening offsite has been sentenced.

While dental service organizations (DSO) Heartland Dental, TAG - The Aspen Group, and Pacific Dental Services maintained their stronghold as the top three largest DSOs in the U.S., respectively, they ...

The dental industry is undergoing a transformation marked by a consolidation wave that has been steadily gaining momentum. Knowledge is power, and as we find ourselves halfway through this wave, it's ...

Dental service organizations (DSO) Heartland Dental, TAG - The Aspen Group, and Pacific Dental Services continue as the top three largest DSOs in the U.S., respectively. However, Heartland was the ...

Possible associations between microplastics in clear aligners and their health effects have been explored in the research, but there is not enough evidence to draw definitive conclusions at this time, ...

Little progress has been made to address the global incidence of severe periodontitis and tooth loss, highlighting the need for effective public health interventions, according to study results ...

Following the elimination of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Oral Health, a trusted voice is stepping up to help dentistry stay safe and secure.

An oral surgeon in Washington has voluntarily surrendered his license for allegedly practicing below the standard of care in his treatment of a patient who died following complications related to ...

The list of the top 10 largest dental service organizations (DSOs) in the U.S. looks a lot like our list from 2022, with Heartland Dental, TAG - The Aspen Group, and Pacific Dental Services holding on ...

Medications play a critical role in treating a plethora of health conditions, but they aren't without their drawbacks. Those side effects can include the potential to cause bruxism, offers Teresa ...

There is no question that oral cancer screening is important for every practice, but what about the insurance side of the equation? Estela Vargas, CRDH, has some advice that can help on that front.

The Dental Assisting National Board's spring 2024 State of the States report reveals the latest legislative and regulatory changes.