Georgia Southern University breaks ground on second state dental school
New dental school construction begins in Georgia; relevant for understanding US workforce supply trends.
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Over 54% of dental professionals experience burnout, survey finds
More than half of US dental staff report burnout despite job satisfaction; practice leaders should assess workplace conditions.
Three dental companies announce layoffs in recent months
Three dental companies have announced layoffs, including 95 jobs at Liberty Dental Plans on April 6, 2026.
Five new workforce statistics for dentists
Benchmark your practice staffing against latest US dental workforce data: 73% report adequate assistant levels.
NADP appoints first dentist to permanent staff role
First dentist hired to NADP permanent staff; may improve dialogue between dental plans and practices.
Dental schools launch programs to address workforce shortages
Dental school expansions are increasing graduate supply; monitor hiring pipeline and training quality standards.
Dental therapy now permitted in 14 U.S. states
Dental therapy practice now legal in 14 U.S. states, affecting workforce planning and practice capacity.
Pennsylvania dental leaders call for workforce shortage action
Pennsylvania dental leaders testified to lawmakers April 13 on workforce shortages; training expansion and regulatory reform proposed.
73% of US dentists report adequate dental assistant staffing
US data on dental assistant staffing: 73% of dentists adequately staffed, but recruitment challenges persist for the remaining 27%.
Dental job growth stalls in early 2026, ADA data shows
Dental hiring has stalled: only 0.5% job growth in 12 months as of Q1 2026.
Eight dentists appointed to leadership roles across healthcare and industry
Leadership moves signal ongoing demand for senior dentist roles across healthcare systems, insurers, and major professional organizations.
East Carolina University launches dental hygienist bachelor's degree program
For dental educators and practice leaders: new bachelor's pathway increases dental hygienist career options and workforce supply.
Missouri dental school expands enrollment by 33% to address dentist shortage
Missouri dental school expands to address aging workforce. Practical for workforce planning in the region.