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Pediatric Dentistry is covered on "Empowered," hosted by Meg Ryan

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The "Empowered" series, hosted by Meg Ryan, will be interviewing dental professionals about pediatric dentistry practices in an upcoming episode. The program will share insight into incorporating oral hygiene applications for young children. Empowered's team of dedicated producers teamed up with relevant organizations in pediatric dentistry to acquire information for the segment.

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  • The educational program looks to highlight advances and innovations within the field of oral care...
    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The "Empowered" series, hosted by Meg Ryan, will be interviewing dental professionals about pediatric dentistry practices in an upcoming episode.
  • Empowered's team of dedicated producers teamed up with relevant organizations in pediatric dentistry to acquire information for the segment.
  • Meg Ryan will host the episode exploring pediatric dentistry.
  • Creative Development, Empowered with host Meg Ryan, 561-869-3966, [email protected]

Fluent™ Data Utilized in a New Report From the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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HAMILTON, N.J., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fluent (formerly known as P&R Dental Strategies), the premier dental insights company delivering customized, actionable business intelligence to support a variety of dental stakeholder objectives, today announced that data from Fluent was utilized in a new report from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute (HPI), "The Evolving Dental Practice Model."

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  • HAMILTON, N.J., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fluent (formerly known as P&R Dental Strategies), the premier dental insights company delivering customized, actionable business intelligence to support a variety of dental stakeholder objectives, today announced that data from Fluent was utilized in a new report from the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute (HPI), "The Evolving Dental Practice Model."
  • The report, released by HPI's Chief Economist Marko Vujicic, is a comprehensive look at practice modalities and how they have changed, as well as insights into dentist/DSO affiliation.
  • For the first time, this new report supplements HPI's numerous data feeds with actual dental practice trend data from Fluent's industry-leading DentaBase® which contains over 5 billion dental procedures and is growing at a rate of over 1 million dental procedures per day.
  • Paul T. Sheils, CEO of Fluent, said: "We are proud of our collaboration with the American Dental Association's Health Policy Institute and thrilled that Fluent's unique data is helping to provide more clarity into the evolving dental market, from which dental payers, providers, and suppliers will all benefit."

Global Periodontal Treatment Market Report 2023: Rising Awareness About Dental Hygiene Drives Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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The increasing prevalence of periodontal disease, the growing geriatric population, and the rising awareness about dental hygiene are the major factors driving the growth of the periodontal treatment market.

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  • The increasing prevalence of periodontal disease, the growing geriatric population, and the rising awareness about dental hygiene are the major factors driving the growth of the periodontal treatment market.
  • This has led to an increased demand for periodontal treatment products and services, thereby driving the growth of the periodontal treatment market.
  • This increase in the geriatric population is expected to drive the demand for periodontal treatment products and services, thereby boosting the growth of the periodontal treatment market.
  • This has led to an increased demand for periodontal treatment products and services, driving the growth of the periodontal treatment market.

OraPharma and Alex Rodriguez Team Up to Raise Awareness About the Importance of Managing Gum Disease

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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LAVAL, QC, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) and its oral health care business, OraPharma, today announced its collaboration with World Series Champion, Alex Rodriguez, to launch a national awareness campaign about the prevalence and impact of gum disease. The Cover Your Bases campaign includes educational content about the disease and encourages patients to talk to their dentist about comprehensive treatment options. The campaign launch is timed to Oral Health Month recognized throughout June and features Alex as a patient ambassador.

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  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9171951-orapharma-alex-rodriguez...
    According to the American Dental Association, gum disease affects nearly 65 million Americans nationwide.
  • More specifically, nearly half of Americans aged 30 and older and 70% of those aged 75 and older have some form of gum disease.
  • The most common symptoms of gum disease include bleeding during or after brushing and red or swollen gums.
  • Some studies suggest that gum disease may be associated with an increased risk for other chronic conditions throughout the body, such as diabetes and heart disease.

Minnesota Dental Association Successfully Leads Effort to Expand Adult Dental Medicaid Benefit Set

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) successfully led a legislative effort to expand the adult dental Medicaid benefit set.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) successfully led a legislative effort to expand the adult dental Medicaid benefit set.
  • All Medicaid recipients in Minnesota will receive comprehensive adult dental benefits starting in 2024, regardless of age.
  • The Minnesota Dental Association, through the HelpMNSmile campaign, initially sought the expansion of the adult dental Medicaid benefit set in 2020 and 2022.
  • Minnesota has since had two different dental benefit sets for Medicaid enrollees including a benefit set for pregnant adults and children, and a benefit set for non-pregnant adults.

Marietta Dental Professionals, Announces that Three New Dentists Have Joined the Practice, Dr. Ray Cornay, Dr. Melissa Wendling and Dr. Vishal Patel

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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MARIETTA, Ga., May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At Marietta Dental Professionals, they are dedicated to creating dream smiles in a responsible and conservative way. Patients can receive the dental care they need and deserve, ranging from preventative dental cleanings, Orthofx (clear aligners) to full-service dental implants.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At Marietta Dental Professionals , they are dedicated to creating dream smiles in a responsible and conservative way.
  • Patients can receive the dental care they need and deserve, ranging from preventative dental cleanings , Orthofx (clear aligners) to full-service dental implants.
  • Dr. Dipesh Patel and the team at Marietta Dental Professionals are thrilled to have these three elite dental professionals join the staff.
  • For more information about the services offered at Marietta Dental Professionals, please visit http://www.mariettadentalpros.com or call (770) 514-5055.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Virgil Barbu, DDS as a Distinguished Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Dental Field.

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Virgil Barbu, DDS, is acknowledged as a Distinguished Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Dental Field.

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  • SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Virgil Barbu, DDS, is acknowledged as a Distinguished Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Dental Field.
  • Dr. Barbu began his scholarship journey at Wayne State University where he earned an undergraduate degree in Biology.
  • Operating a state-of-the art practice, Dr. Barbu is committed to providing the latest advancements in dentistry to his patients.
  • Dr. Barbu dedicates this honor to his mother, Emilia, who is a constant support; his sister, Diana; and to honor the loving memory of his dear father, Virgil.

Lack of Men of Color Graduating From the Health Professions Declared a Crisis by Association CEOs

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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The Federation of Associations of Schools of the Health Professions (FASHP) has declared the low number of historically underrepresented men of color (HUMOC) graduating and entering the health care professions a national crisis.

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  • The Federation of Associations of Schools of the Health Professions (FASHP) has declared the low number of historically underrepresented men of color (HUMOC) graduating and entering the health care professions a national crisis.
  • Of those, 431 (6.46%) were HUMOC (263 Hispanic/Latino men, 147 Black/African American men, 18 American Indian/Alaska Native men and 3 Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander men).
  • Of those, 1,251 were HUMOC (664 Hispanic/Latino men, 565 Black/African American men, 13 American Indian/Alaska Native men, and 9 Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander men).
  • Of the 824 2021-2022 U.S. public health doctoral graduates, 230 were men ( Association of Schools & Programs of Public Health [ASPPH]).

LIBERTY Dental Plan Announces New Chief Dental Officer

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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LIBERTY Dental Plan Corporation (LIBERTY) has appointed Rosa “Rosie” Roldan, DMD, MD, to the role of chief dental officer.

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  • LIBERTY Dental Plan Corporation (LIBERTY) has appointed Rosa “Rosie” Roldan, DMD, MD, to the role of chief dental officer.
  • Dr. Roldan, a board-certified pediatric dentist and physician, previously served as LIBERTY’s vice president of provider relations, clinical affairs and dental wellness and as the dental director for LIBERTY Dental Plan of Florida.
  • Roldan is an outstanding leader who is highly regarded in the industry,” said Marti Lolli, CEO of LIBERTY.
  • Cherag Sarkari, BDS, MDS, DDS, now serves as senior dental director, national quality improvement and clinical Innovation, and continues as California dental director.

ABMS Names Bill Sivrais as Its New Chief Information Officer

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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CHICAGO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the leading organization that oversees the standards for physician Board Certification in the United States, has named Bill Sivrais as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO).

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  • CHICAGO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the leading organization that oversees the standards for physician Board Certification in the United States, has named Bill Sivrais as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO).
  • Mr. Sivrais will keep ABMS ahead of the curve in the latest technologies to ensure it is operating on the most innovative and secure platforms.
  • Mr. Sivrais joined ABMS in 2017 and has held various roles with increasing responsibility within the organization, including Chief Technology Officer and Director of Information Technology.
  • Prior to joining ABMS, he served as the Director of Information Technology and Virtual Chief Information Officer for Itegria, LLC, a leader in cloud-based infrastructure for elite investment firms.