When Will the Competition Arrive?
A strategic look at when—and how—new competitors emerge in orthodontic markets, and why proactive marketing and referral protection determine whether practices grow or decline.
A strategic look at when—and how—new competitors emerge in orthodontic markets, and why proactive marketing and referral protection determine whether practices grow or decline.
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.