Politics A Model Law for a Dental Loss Ratio The National Council of Insurance Legislators, a coalition of state policymakers specializing in insurance regulation, has adopted a model law for a dental loss ratio. This model legislation has gained approval from the American Dental Association and the National Association of Dental Plans. This model serves as a springboard for introducing state bills dictating how […] Written by Chance Bodini February 3, 2024February 3, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Ormco Corporation Launches Spark™ On-Demand Program May 2nd marks the advent of Ormco Corporation’s latest innovation in orthodontic care—the Spark™ On-Demand Program. This groundbreaking service revolutionizes access to orthodontic supplies by allowing orthodontists to order Spark Aligners and Prezurv™ Plus Retainers on an as-needed basis, without the constraints of subscription fees or preset orders. The introduction of this cost-effective, pay-per-tray model […] Written by Chance Bodini May 4, 2024May 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
DIG-A-PALOOZA 2024 Is Happening in Chicago this October On October 25th and 26th of 2024, Dig-A-Palooza will be held at Gibson’s Steakhouse in Chicago, IL. The premier event, founded by Dr. Bob Dee of Dentistry in General (DIG), is an opportunity to learn, network, and collaborate with some of dentistry’s most talented and influential clinicians. This year’s Dig-A-Palooza marks Dr. Dee’s second annual […] Written by Chance Bodini May 1, 2024May 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Ormco Corporation Launches Spark™ On-Demand Program May 2nd marks the advent of Ormco Corporation’s latest innovation in orthodontic care—the Spark™ On-Demand Program. This groundbreaking service revolutionizes access to orthodontic supplies by allowing orthodontists to order Spark Aligners and Prezurv™ Plus Retainers on an as-needed basis, without the constraints of subscription fees or preset orders. The introduction of this cost-effective, pay-per-tray model […] Written by Chance Bodini May 4, 2024May 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
DIG-A-PALOOZA 2024 Is Happening in Chicago this October On October 25th and 26th of 2024, Dig-A-Palooza will be held at Gibson’s Steakhouse in Chicago, IL. The premier event, founded by Dr. Bob Dee of Dentistry in General (DIG), is an opportunity to learn, network, and collaborate with some of dentistry’s most talented and influential clinicians. This year’s Dig-A-Palooza marks Dr. Dee’s second annual […] Written by Chance Bodini May 1, 2024May 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Walmart to Close All Health Clinics Amid Strategic Shift In a surprising move, Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, announced on April 30th that it will be closing all of its 51 health clinics across the United States. The decision comes as part of a broader strategic shift for the company, which aims to focus more on its core retail business and e-commerce operations. Walmart […] Written by Chance Bodini May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
PDS Health Opens its 1,000th Practice PDS Health®, a dental and medical support organization, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this month, marking three decades of innovation in healthcare and unwavering dedication to patient-centered care. This milestone is highlighted by the inauguration of its 1,000th supported practice, showcasing the organization’s impressive growth and significant influence in the healthcare sector. The Dentists of […] Written by Chance Bodini June 30, 2024June 30, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Burnout and Dentistry with Andrea Smith and the Thrive By Design Group Recently, Andrea Smith was interviewed on the Raving Patients Podcast with Dr. Len Tau where they discuss some of the challenges that females encounter during their dental careers and some of the solutions available to overcome these challenges. Episode Summary: Whilst males and females both suffer from burnout, the reasons for it can differ significantly. […] Written by Chance Bodini May 21, 2024May 21, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
SprintRay Unveils Pro 2 3D Printer and New Resin Innovations SprintRay, a leader in dental 3D printing, has launched its latest desktop 3D printer, the Pro 2, along with two new resins from its BioMaterial Innovation Lab. These include a direct-print Retainer resin and a next-generation Dental Model resin. In collaboration with Ivoclar, SprintRay plans to validate Ivoclar resins within its 3D printing ecosystem, broadening […] Written by Chance Bodini May 18, 2024May 18, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Alabama Dentist Advocates for Dental Care Access at U.S. Senate Committee Dr. Gordon R. Isbell III, a general dentist from Alabama and member of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) on May 16th, 2024. His testimony focused on improving access to dental care and the challenges within the U.S. oral health system. This […] Written by Chance Bodini May 18, 2024May 18, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked