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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New dental school construction begins in Georgia; relevant for understanding US workforce supply trends.
More than half of US dental staff report burnout despite job satisfaction; practice leaders should assess workplace conditions.
Three dental companies have announced layoffs, including 95 jobs at Liberty Dental Plans on April 6, 2026.
Benchmark your practice staffing against latest US dental workforce data: 73% report adequate assistant levels.
First dentist hired to NADP permanent staff; may improve dialogue between dental plans and practices.
Dental school expansions are increasing graduate supply; monitor hiring pipeline and training quality standards.
Dental therapy practice now legal in 14 U.S. states, affecting workforce planning and practice capacity.
Pennsylvania dental leaders testified to lawmakers April 13 on workforce shortages; training expansion and regulatory reform proposed.
US data on dental assistant staffing: 73% of dentists adequately staffed, but recruitment challenges persist for the remaining 27%.
Dental hiring has stalled: only 0.5% job growth in 12 months as of Q1 2026.
Leadership moves signal ongoing demand for senior dentist roles across healthcare systems, insurers, and major professional organizations.
For dental educators and practice leaders: new bachelor's pathway increases dental hygienist career options and workforce supply.
Missouri dental school expands to address aging workforce. Practical for workforce planning in the region.