As the number of practising dentists has grown, solo practice ownership in Canada has steadily declined. Recent surveys show only about one-third of dentists now operate solo practices, according to the Canadian Dental Association (CDA). More than half report working alongside two or more other dentists, the CDA added. The CDA also outlined the historical … Read more
New York-based healthcare investment firm OrbiMed has invested a total of $85 million in Swiss company vVARDIS, known for its drill-free treatment for early tooth decay, the companies said in a recent statement. OrbiMed announced the closing of a $50 million funding round, adding to an initial $35 million investment made in February 2025. “After … Read more
Dentsply Sirona has confirmed three major entertainment names for its annual DS World Las Vegas event in 2025: Emmy-winning comedian Dana Carvey, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow and OrangeTheory Fitness co-founder Ellen Latham. Carvey will take the stage on Thursday, Sept. 25, at the MGM Grand for a night of comedy, followed by a live performance … Read more
A recent YouGov survey reveals a generational shift in how Americans approach wisdom tooth removal, with younger adults increasingly challenging the long-standing norm of routine extraction. “In the past few decades, there has been growing evidence that removing undiseased wisdom teeth may have more costs than benefits,” said Alexander Rossell Hayes, senior data scientist at YouGov, who analyzed … Read more
The American Dental Association has raised concerns about a dental insurer acquiring a chain of dental practices, warning the move could compromise patient care and dentist autonomy. In a statement published Wednesday, the ADA said Delta Dental of Wisconsin’s recent acquisition of Cherry Tree Dental — a leading general dentistry provider and dental service organization … Read more
If there’s one dental event that blends cutting-edge innovation with hands-on learning and Vegas-level entertainment, it’s DS World Las Vegas. Hosted by Dentsply Sirona, this three-day event—running Sept. 25 to 27, 2025—returns to the MGM Grand with more than 65 clinical and practice-focused courses, eight new conference tracks, and exciting product launches. “DS World 2025 … Read more
Before diving into the post-pandemic world of dental hygienists, meet Alina Fintineanu, an orthodontic hygienist who turned her side hobby, baking, into a full-time pursuit during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Oct. 17, 2021, the then-30-year-old appeared on Season 5 of The Great Canadian Baking Show, which premiered on CBC Television. She was one of 10 contestants. … Read more
A total of 2,000 endodontic and restorative procedures were completed from June 1 to 7 in remote Amazonian communities in Brazil, thanks to advanced digital dentistry, including intraoral scanning and same-day prosthetic fabrication. The expedition was organized by North Carolina-based Dentsply Sirona in partnership with Brazilian non-governmental organization Project 32, and brought advanced oral health … Read more
The American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute (HPI) has published new data showing that while younger U.S. dentists are becoming practice owners at lower rates early in their careers, most eventually do take that step. “Our analysis suggests that the trend of declining practice ownership among younger dentists is primarily an early-career phenomenon,” said Dr. … Read more
Dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. announced on Friday its second consecutive quarterly dividend of 2.5 cents per share. The payment will be made July 22 to shareholders of record as of July 3. Canada’s largest dental network declared its first-ever dividend earlier this year, signalling a strategic shift to include shareholder returns alongside its ongoing acquisition and … Read more
DentaQuest, part of Sun Life U.S., has donated $10,000 to support a South Carolina clinic that provides dental care for low-income adults with cancer and uninsured school-aged children who lack regular access to a dentist. The funding went to the Greenville Free Medical Clinic, a non-profit that offers diagnostic and treatment services for most acute … Read more
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pushing back against claims of a widespread shortage of dental hygienists, urging governments and employers to invest in improved work environments, retention strategies and evidence-based workforce planning. “Dental hygienists are not leaving the profession — they’re leaving unhealthy workplaces,” said Ondina Love, chief executive officer of the CDHA. … Read more
The Canadian citizen believed to be on an Air India flight that crashed shortly after takeoff is a dentist who worked in Mississauga, Ont., her family has confirmed. The husband of Nirali Sureshkumar Patel said she was on board the London-bound flight that crashed in northwestern India on Thursday, killing at least 240 people. Patel’s dental clinic referred The Canadian Press to … Read more
Southeast Asian countries — Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines — are experiencing increased demand for high-quality dental products and technologies from the United States and Canada, says a Chicago-based trade fair organizer. “U.S. dental manufacturers are uniquely positioned to thrive in Southeast Asia,” said Mette Petersen, president of Koelnmesse Inc., in a press … Read more
The global digital dentistry market is projected to reach US$17.2 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6 per cent, according to a new report by SNS Insider. In 2023, the market was valued at US$6.96 billion. The growth is being driven by technological advancements such as 3D printing and … Read more
A U.S.-based dental technology company has made history by becoming the first to receive FDA clearance for artificial intelligence (AI) software capable of analyzing both 2D and 3D dental images. Pearl, headquartered in California, announced Tuesday that its Second Opinion® 3D platform has received FDA 510(k) clearance, expanding its AI capabilities to cone beam computed … Read more
A new survey published in early May shows that 27 per cent of Americans do not have dental insurance. According to the CareQuest Institute’s latest State of Oral Health Equity in America report, about 72 million adults in the United States lack dental insurance — nearly three times the percentage of adults without health insurance. … Read more
Henry Schein Inc. has completed a US$250-million strategic investment from KKR, first announced in January. The investment makes KKR the largest non-index fund shareholder in Henry Schein, with a 12 per cent ownership stake. New York-based Henry Schein, the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, said Friday that … Read more
Canada ranks third out of 40 countries in managing tooth decay, following the United States and Switzerland, according to a global report published Thursday as part of the Health Inclusivity Index (HII), a research initiative by Economist Impact supported by consumer health company Haleon. The United Kingdom placed fourth and Australia fifth in the study, … Read more
123Dentist, one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing dental support organizations, has appointed Jeff Leger as chief executive officer, the company said Wednesday. Leger will assume the role effective July 2. He will report to founder and current CEO Dr. Amin Shivji, who is transitioning to the position of executive chair. In this new role, Shivji … Read more