Dentsply Sirona has named John Fortson executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 20. Fortson brings over 25 years of finance and operational leadership experience to the dental manufacturer.
The AAO warns that new federal student loan caps and the end of Graduate PLUS loans in 2026 could worsen orthodontic workforce shortages, especially in rural areas, citing average resident debt of $567,000.
From robotic systems that fully automate instrument sterilization to AI-powered custom metal brackets, the winners of the 2026 AAO Ortho Innovator Award are tackling the specialty's biggest operational challenges. Take a closer look at the five breakthrough technologies recognized this year for advancing clinical care and practice efficiency.
The ADA and ADEX will integrate the ADA’s objective structured clinical exam into the ADEX Dental Examination by August 2026, aiming to streamline dental licensure and improve portability for candidates in 48 jurisdictions.
Orthodontic Details named Oliver Gelles and Dr. Anil Idiculla as senior advisors amid record platform growth and ahead of its AI invoice verification tool launch, the company reported.
A research team led by Dr Gang Shen has published a new malocclusion classification system in JAO, adding facial appearance, jaw position, and TMJ health to guide orthodontic treatment planning.