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Affordable Care Announces New Chief Clinical Officers for Affordable Dentures & Implants

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Affordable Care announced that Jumoke Adedoyin, DDS, MICOI, MAAIP, AFAAID, and Daniel Fenton, DMD, FAGD, AFAAID, DICOI, have been named Chief Clinical Officers of Affordable Dentures & Implants , the nation's largest provider network of dental practices -- supported by Affordable Care – that are solely focused on tooth replacement services.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Affordable Care announced that Jumoke Adedoyin, DDS, MICOI, MAAIP, AFAAID, and Daniel Fenton, DMD, FAGD, AFAAID, DICOI, have been named Chief Clinical Officers of Affordable Dentures & Implants , the nation's largest provider network of dental practices -- supported by Affordable Care – that are solely focused on tooth replacement services.
  • "Dr. Adedoyin and Dr. Fenton have been instrumental in advancing clinical education, doctor mentorship and engagement, product innovation and best practice sharing across the Affordable Dentures & Implants supported practice network," explains Will Johnson, Chief Operating Officer, Affordable Care.
  • Dr. Adedoyin most recently served as the Director of Clinical Relations for Affordable Dentures & Implants and has been a practice owner within the network for nearly 15 years.
  • Dr. Fenton, a practice owner since 2013, has served as Affordable Dentures & Implants' Director of Clinical Education & Training.

Charleston's Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is Featured as a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- When patients want to achieve the best smile, they choose the best dentist in Charleston. Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry delivers superior dental care for patients at their state-of-the-art clinic, offering a comfortable, relaxing environment. Find Local Doctors has recently recognized Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry due to the five-star ratings and reviews this clinic has earned from satisfied patients. Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that recognizes physicians and dentists who have earned exceptional feedback. Convenience and comfort are vital parts of what makes this comprehensive dentistry practice unique. The Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry team prides itself on providing the most modern, caring and comfortable dental care available. Their services are designed for long-term health and happiness, including cosmetic dentistry for a beautiful smile, preventative care for healthy teeth and gums, and restorative treatments to preserve or repair damaged teeth. From preventative cleanings and Invisalign® clear aligners to periodontal therapy and full mouth restorations, their professional team offers a wide range of dental services. Better yet, they offer sedation dentistry for those looking to receive extra support during their visit. Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry firmly believes that dentistry should be affordable, in addition to convenient, and are pleased to offer an in-house savings plan and flexible scheduling options.

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  • Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry delivers superior dental care for patients at their state-of-the-art clinic, offering a comfortable, relaxing environment.
  • Find Local Doctors has recently recognized Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry due to the five-star ratings and reviews this clinic has earned from satisfied patients.
  • The Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry team prides itself on providing the most modern, caring and comfortable dental care available.
  • Jenni Bollmann, Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, (843) 507-5481, [email protected] , www.peninsuladentistry.net
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Kansas City University Opens College of Dental Medicine to Address Oral Health Crisis

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

"We know poor oral health leads to poor overall health," said Marc B. Hahn, DO, president and CEO of KCU.

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  • "We know poor oral health leads to poor overall health," said Marc B. Hahn, DO, president and CEO of KCU.
  • Integrating dental medicine coursework with KCU's College of Osteopathic Medicine will lead future dentists to recognize how oral health problems can impact a patient's overall health, as well as promote interprofessional education in both colleges.
  • "The KCU College of Dental Medicine will integrate dental and medical education so that our students will be treating the whole patient," Linda Niessen, DMD, MPH, MPP founding dean of the College of Dental Medicine.
  • "We envision that the KCU College of Dental Medicine will become a center of excellence in the region improving oral health and increasing access to needed oral health care."

Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine Selects eClinicalWorks as Platform for New Dental Program

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

eClinicalWorks® , the largest ambulatory cloud EHR, today announced a partnership with the Kansas City University (KCU) College of Dental Medicine .

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  • eClinicalWorks® , the largest ambulatory cloud EHR, today announced a partnership with the Kansas City University (KCU) College of Dental Medicine .
  • In July 2023, KCU’s College of Dental Medicine will welcome its first round of students and use eClinicalWorks’ Electronic Dental Record (EDR) software to train these future dental health professionals to address the growing oral health needs in the four-state region.
  • “We’re proud to partner with the KCU College of Dental Medicine as they train the next generation of dental health professionals,” said Girish Navani, CEO and cofounder of eClinicalWorks.
  • eClinicalWorks continues to see immense success with our comprehensive cloud-based Electronic Dental Records as we add hundreds of new dental customers.”

Roswell, Georgia's, Premier Dental Clinic, Roswell Complete Dentistry, Recognized as a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

ROSWELL, Ga., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Roswell Complete Dentistry is conveniently located at 1875 Old Alabama Rd., Ste. 130 in Roswell, GA. Find Local Doctors has given this prestigious award to the practice as a result of the outstanding patient reviews and five-star ratings they have received across multiple sources. Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that helps consumers easily locate reputable dentists and physicians in their area. From routine dental care to innovative options for improving smiles, everyone is covered at Roswell Complete Dentistry. It is their goal to provide compassionate and affordable dental care for all patients, from checkups for the little ones to restoring teeth for mature adults.

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  • Roswell Complete Dentistry is a state-of-the-art family dental practice, specializing in comprehensive dental care for all ages.
  • ROSWELL, Ga., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Roswell Complete Dentistry is conveniently located at 1875 Old Alabama Rd., Ste.
  • Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that helps consumers easily locate reputable dentists and physicians in their area.
  • From routine dental care to innovative options for improving smiles, everyone is covered at Roswell Complete Dentistry.

Buford, Georgia's, Buford Family Dental recognized as a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors

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Monday, February 13, 2023

BUFORD, Ga., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As a comprehensive family dental practice, Buford Family Dental serves its community with the very best. The talented and experienced dental team excels in multiple facets of dentistry, including general, pediatric, restorative and cosmetic dentistry as well as orthodontics (OrthoFX). Their extensive skill set and patient-centered approach to dental care have largely contributed to the practice's recognition. Buford Family Dental has earned the Top Patient Rated Dentist award due to the numerous outstanding reviews and five-star ratings from patients. Find Local Doctors is a credible online directory that helps consumers locate reputable physicians and dentists in their geographical area. Patients in the Atlanta and Buford area can receive complete dental care for every stage of life in one place, such as advanced periodontal therapy, porcelain veneers and dental implants. The clinic features cutting-edge equipment, comfortable amenities and easy scheduling options for a stress-free visit. Buford Family Dental offers patients the convenience of emergency dental care, same-day appointments, insurance plan acceptance and advanced, modern dentistry.

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  • Buford Family Dental was recently named a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors.
  • BUFORD, Ga., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As a comprehensive family dental practice, Buford Family Dental serves its community with the very best.
  • Buford Family Dental has earned the Top Patient Rated Dentist award due to the numerous outstanding reviews and five-star ratings from patients.
  • Buford Family Dental offers patients the convenience of emergency dental care, same-day appointments, insurance plan acceptance and advanced, modern dentistry.

Riverside Oral Surgery Welcomes Alaina C. Harrington, DMD, MD and Jonathan Michel, DDS

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Monday, September 19, 2022

RIVER EDGE, N.J., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Oral Surgery, the Official Oral Surgeons of the NJ Devils has announced the hiring of Alaina Harrington, MD, DMD and Jonathan Michel, DDS as their newest Surgeon's.

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  • RIVER EDGE, N.J., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Oral Surgery, the Official Oral Surgeons of the NJ Devils has announced the hiring of Alaina Harrington, MD, DMD and Jonathan Michel, DDS as their newest Surgeon's.
  • Dr. Alaina Harrington is a dual-degree oral and maxillofacial surgeon with training as both an oral surgeon and medical doctor.
  • Dr. Michel practices a full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery after completing his degree Columbia University's College of Dental Medicine.
  • Riverside Oral Surgery is headquartered at 130 Kinderkamack Road in River Edge, NJ.

WesternU College of Dental Medicine receives $1.5 million HRSA grant for training in underserved areas

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Friday, September 9, 2022

POMONA, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western University of Health Sciences' College of Dental Medicine (CDM) received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to provide dental students with training in underserved and rural communities and to provide care to vulnerable populations.

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  • POMONA, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western University of Health Sciences' College of Dental Medicine (CDM) received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to provide dental students with training in underserved and rural communities and to provide care to vulnerable populations.
  • I applaud the continued efforts that our Community Based Dental Education team take to make this vision a reality."
  • CDM received a five-year HRSA grant in 2017 to train predoctoral dental students in providing care to vulnerable children ages 0-5 and children with special health care needs in rural and underserved areas.
  • All the learnings from the previous HRSA grant will be utilized as we expand our dental training for our dental students in medically underserved areas, while simultaneously building health equity for those most in need."

California Northstate University College of Pharmacy Ranked #6 Among all Pharmacy Schools in California

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Friday, August 5, 2022

ELK GROVE, Calif., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- California Northstate University College of Pharmacy has been ranked #6 among all fourteen pharmacy schools in California based on current American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) rankings for NIH research funding. Out of 143 pharmacy schools in the U.S., California Northstate University College of Pharmacy is now ranked #73 after being ranked #103 last year.

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  • The College of Pharmacy ranked #73 out of 143 pharmacy schools in the U.S.
    ELK GROVE, Calif., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- California Northstate University College of Pharmacy has been ranked #6 among all fourteen pharmacy schools in California based on current American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy(AACP) rankings for NIH research funding.
  • Out of 143 pharmacy schools in the U.S., California Northstate University College of Pharmacy is now ranked #73 after being ranked #103 last year.
  • "Among pharmacy schools in Northern California specifically, California Northstate University College of Pharmacy is ranked second, just after University of California San Francisco," said Dr. Xiaodong Feng, Dean of California Northstate University College of Pharmacy.
  • "At the California Northstate University College of Pharmacy, we are committed to advancing the art and science of pharmacy through research," said Dr. Ruth Vinall, California Northstate University College of Pharmacy Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of Research.

Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine Granted Approval to Transition to Three-Year Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree Program

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

According to Licari, Roseman University College of Dental Medicine will not be applying a full four years worth of tuition over three years in the new model.

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  • According to Licari, Roseman University College of Dental Medicine will not be applying a full four years worth of tuition over three years in the new model.
  • I'm proud of our College of Dental Medicine administration and faculty for working to accomplish the same for dental education.
  • Roseman University of Health Sciences will also offer a Doctor of Medicine through its College of Medicine, once it becomes accredited.
  • www.roseman.edu
    The program in dental education is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of "approval without reporting requirements."