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Patient Prism: The AI Pioneer Elevating Dental Practices to New Heights

Georgia Medicaid and Network Adequacy

ADA's new report and toolkit prompt reflection on Georgia's Medicaid landscape.

Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation Division Public Service Announcement

A brief summary of registration requirements for dental practices providing X-ray services.

Urine, Blood and Salivary Tests That Bridge Medical-Dental Collaboration

The Medical Emergency Unprepared Dental Office - Prepare Your Office Today, Save Patient Lives Tomorrow (And Your Practice)

Getting Started? Choose an Experienced Guide

The blog highlights the challenges of starting a dental or medical practice and emphasizes the importance of working with experienced guidance. Bank of America Practice Solutions offers flexible financing options tailored for new practices, including interest-only or graduated payments, all-inclusive coverage for setup costs, competitive rates, and working capital for planned or unexpected expenses.

AI Emerging Tech

How emerging technologies, particularly AI, are transforming healthcare and dentistry. Using The Expanse series as a starting point, it highlights automated healthcare delivery in fiction and draws parallels to real-world AI applications. In dentistry, AI is being used for tasks like robotic implant placement, diagnostics, charting, and risk prediction, enhancing efficiency and quality of care. The blog also addresses the policy landscape, noting Georgia’s 2024 Senate Study Committee recommendations on AI governance, data privacy, and transparency, as well as other states’ legislative approaches. It emphasizes the importance of staying informed and involved, encouraging dental professionals to participate in advocacy efforts like GDA’s LAW Day and legislative reception.

What You Need to Know: Government Shutdown 2025

Dental Sleep Medicine - Hiding in Plain Site?

Patient Prism: The AI Pioneer Elevating Dental Practices to New Heights

GDA Government Affairs Team Launches Policy Podcast

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Preparing Patients for the Cost of Dentistry

Investing in Oral Health is Good for the Economy

A year on, the World Economic Forum’s white paper “The Economic Rational for a Global Commitment to Invest in Oral Health” continues to provide food for thought.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Georgia Dentist Education Loan Repayment Program 2025

GDA and GBHCW staff offer important information about a program helping new dentists looking to work in rural places pay off student debt.

Practice Perception: Timex or Rolex?

To Be Successful, Look Successful

Georgia and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Georgia lawmakers begin to look ahead to next year's budget.

Minimally Invasive Dentistry: Treatments and Benefits

Building a Trusted Circle of Influence for Buying or Selling Your Dental Practice

Buying or selling a dental practice is a life-changing decision that requires more than financial planning, it demands a trusted circle of professional advisors who understand your goals, legacy, and emotional journey.

New Dental Unit Waterline Rule Now in Effect

The Georgia Board of Dentistry’s new waterline rule officially took effect on July 20, 2025, following approval earlier this year and final publication by the Secretary of State’s office.