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Patient safety begins with what patients never see. This founder-led article traces Agenics’ clean-water legacy from global mission work to modern dental practices, making the case that rigorous water testing, scientific discipline, and values-driven leadership are essential to protecting patients—and practices. Read More

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Leadership

The Next Big Thing

15 min. to read

C-Suite

Behind the Numbers

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Leadership

Lessons in Leadership

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Markets & Enterprise

Aligning Data, Advancing Oral Health

7 min. to read

Leadership

Ushering In Dentistry’s Overdue Future

Dr. Rania Saleh shares how a clinician-led vision—and a rigorously structured exam—became Oryx Dental, a platform uniting clinical excellence and business efficiency to move dentistry out of legacy systems and into its long-awaited digital era.

Breaking Barriers

Rahma Samow’s Trailblazing Journey to CEO. Rahma Samow’s ascent to CEO of ClearChoice Management Services marks a historic achievement and...

9 min. to read

Five Decades of Allyship and Partnership

Dr. Marion Bergman and Stanley Bergman offer a moving reflection on their journey spanning over 50 years. They emphasize the...

13 min. to read

Breaking Through the Silicon Ceiling

How Christine King Became the World’s First Female Semiconductor Company CEO An uneducated, single mother at 20, Christine King climbed...

9 min. to read

When Passion Meets Purpose

Dr. Jumoke Adedoyin, Chief Clinical Officer of Affordable Care, inspires those who dare to defy expectations and carve their own...

9 min. to read

HIGHLIGHT

Markets & Enterprise

Broken Smile to Industry Breakthrough

My cousins and I tumbled, laughing, into the car. I climbed into the middle front seat with no seatbelt. The last thing I remember was my face smashing into the dashboard. Broken nose, jaw, teeth, maxilla. It was the most…

PERSPECTIVES

Thoughts for the DSO Industry in 2026 and Beyond

Drawing on decades of experience, Brian Colao outlines the disciplines that matter most—capital strategy, culture, compliance, technology, and growth—offering a clear framework for building resilient, scalable organizations in a resetting...

Navigating the Intersection of Dentistry and Business

Dr. Aman Kaur explores the critical role of engaged leadership in the success of DSOs,...

6 min. to read

Dentists’ Participation in Medicaid Remains Stagnant

Despite expanded benefits, Medicaid dental utilization and provider participation remain stubbornly low. This analysis examines...

5 min. to read

Beyond Stop-gap Staffing

See how forward-thinking DSOs are shifting their approach to staffing from reactive solutions to strategic...

8 min. to read

MARKETS & ENTERPRISE

AI At Scale

Dentistry isn’t debating AI—it’s proving it. With 50,000 providers and eight of the top 10 North American DSOs using VideaAI, the question is no longer “if” but “how fast.”

Empowering DSOs

Learn how Darby Dental supports DSOs with procurement reports, staffing solutions, and technology-driven services to enhance operational efficiency and sustainable...

7 min. to read

Waterlines as a Leadership KPI

Waterline safety isn’t just compliance—it’s a leadership KPI. Agenics shows how testing, not guessing, reveals the strength of training, culture,...

8 min. to read

Where the Money Slips Through

Hidden revenue leaks could be costing DSOs thousands. Vyne Dental’s Paul Bernard exposes the blind spots lurking in your revenue...

8 min. to read

The System Is Broken, Not Your Staff

by Marcus Bertilson Chief Operations Officer, Weave A Strategic AI Fix for the Dental Front Office Dental organizations are not...

7 min. to read

C-SUITE

Behind the Numbers

Four accomplished CFOs share how they navigate financial challenges, align business goals with patient care, and drive innovation in the...

At the Helm

Leaders face many challenges daily that demand critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to navigating complexities with integrity and...

10 min. to read

Stewards of Scale

Six CEOs share how they lead through growth with discipline and purpose. From scaling culture and people to balancing innovation...

24 min. to read

Architects of Growth

Meet five CTOs building the frameworks that drive growth and innovation across DSOs and industry partners. They share how they...

23 min. to read

LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP

Lessons in Leadership

Including: Lizzie Garner, Helen Sheridan, Robert Rajalingam, Dr. Richard Rosato, Dr. Rick Workman

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Lessons in Leadership

Including: Cher-Marie Scott, Scotte Hudsmith, Dr. Carrie Peterson, DDS, Cheryl Polmatier, John Geary

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Lessons in Leadership

Including: Dr. Sami Webb, Brian Weatherly, Amy Slipcheck, Roe J. McFarlane, Nicola Deall

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Lessons in Leadership

Including: Theresa Wang, Paul Kaiser, Tanya Befus, Steve Higginbotham, Teresa (Terri) Dolan

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Lessons in Leadership

Including: Dr. Arwinder Judge, Dr. Elizabeth Walton, Suzanne Jackson, Shirley Misiak, Victoria Garcia

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Lessons in Leadership

Including: Dr. Anna Singh, Michelle Dowling, Ophir Tanz, Stephanie Moritz, Linda Gehringer

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Lessons in Leadership

Including: Jessica Hennecke, Melissa Marquez, Shawna Eury, Dr. Sonia Chopra, Wardah Inam

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