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Delta Dental of R.I. offering $3M for hygiene workforce; some dentists...

PROVIDENCE – Delta Dental of Rhode Island has set aside $3 million to introduce a workforce development program for dental offices throughout the state;...

CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE | PBN survey: After election, businesses unsure...

When it comes to the economy, Edward W. Burman Jr. is of two minds – local and national. Burman, president of Warwick-based commercial building contractor...
PREP WORK: Randall ­Bonilla sterilizes instruments for patient use at The Providence Community Health Centers Inc.
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DENTAL PAIN: Workers in demand amid efforts to boost pay, reimbursements

Dentists and state labor specialists say there’s a shortage of dental professionals – doctors, hygienists and assistants – in Rhode Island, and it could...

Dentist group, insurers reach an accord

A resolution to a long-running debate ­between Rhode Island dentists and insurers over reimbursement rates is finally on the horizon. Dentists in Rhode Island have...
FAIR SHARE? Dr. Frederick A. Hartman, chairman of the Rhode Island Dental Association, is backing the Fair Share for Dental Care Act, state legislation that he says could help more dental patients get the insurance coverage they need. 
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Legislation could change dental coverage in R.I.

A few weeks ago, oral surgeon Dr. Frederick A. Hartman said he was treating a patient who thought he could afford the dentures he...
ALL SMILES: Dr. Joke Alesh, right, owner of Marigold Dental Studio in Pawtucket, speaks with Toni Tamba, scheduling lead.
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Everybody’s Business: She provides dental care, mentorship to underserved populations

(Editor’s note: This is the 39th installment in a monthly series speaking with minority business owners and leaders. Each will be asked their views...
CHANGING TIMES: Dentist Dr. Wayne Mollohan says safety protocols during the pandemic have altered the way dentists do their job, including the teeth-cleaning equipment they use.  / PBN PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO

At the dentist, crisis adding to discomfort

After closing for an extended period this spring, most dental practices in Rhode Island have resumed routine care. But the experience is anything but...

R.I. Dental Association urges help for dental emergencies, Thundermist offers care

PROVIDENCE – With many dentist’s offices closed as a result of Gov. Gina M. Raimondo’s restrictions on businesses during the coronavirus crisis, the Rhode...
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