Maine Dental Industry News Monitoring

The PFAS & Plastics Legal Review – April 2026

The PFAS & Plastics Legal Review is BakerHostetler’s weekly newsletter providing updates to industry stakeholders on all issues relating to emerging contaminants, chemicals issues, and supply chain readiness.  PFAS EPA Expected to Further Delay TSCA …

Nearly 1,400 students graduate from University of New England at 191st Commencement

Speakers challenged graduates to forge lasting professional networks as they enter an evolving job market. PORTLAND — The University of New England celebrated its 191st Commencement on Saturday, May 16, awarding degrees to nearly 1,400 graduates during a …

At 16, King’s traditional valedictorian already has a college degree

At 16, Sadan Fattah isn’t just King High School’s traditional program valedictorian — she’s also the youngest graduate from Hillsborough Community College this month, having knocked out 18 dual enrollment classes and an Associate in Arts degree along the …

New dental hygiene office opens in Bangor

A new dental hygiene office is open at 195 State St. near downtown Bangor. Sunstone Dental Hygiene is an independent office providing adult and child teeth cleanings, sealants, fluoride and periodontal therapy, according to its website. The practice …

Read about 22 new stake presidencies called worldwide — from Arizona to Argentina

The following new stake presidencies have been called. ARAPAHOE COLORADO STAKE: (Feb. 22, 2026) President — Richard Craig Tibbitts, 58, Dynamic Systems chief engineer; succeeding Tim Donald Martin; wife, Nancy Wayment Tibbitts. Counselors — Micah Shane …

Maine dental program for abuse survivors wins national award

Finding Our Voices receives $7,500 grant from First National Bank

A $7,500 grant awarded to Finding Our Voices by First National Bank is funding safety and peace for Maine women and children who are domestic abuse survivors and a groundbreaking dating-abuse prevention program for teens, according to FOV, in a news …

Medicare Advantage helps Maine’s seniors | Letter

Maine has a strong and growing senior population, and with that comes real implications for our communities and healthcare system. In a largely rural state, where long drives to see a doctor are common and transportation can be a challenge, seniors need …

Is Maine better off under Susan Collins? We know the answer. | Letter

Sen. Susan Collins has been representing Maine in Washington, D.C., for 30 years. Obviously she aspires to remain in the Senate until the end, joining dynamos like Strom Thurmond and Robert Byrd.  Since Maine is one of the per-capita oldest states, most of …

Scientists Discover Hidden “Switch” That Burns Fat and Could Treat Bone Disease

Scientists have identified a hidden molecular “switch” that activates a previously mysterious fat-burning system in the body, revealing a surprising connection between heat production and bone health. Credit: ShutterstockA newly discovered fat-burning “ …

Finding Our Voices Dental Program wins national award

Finding Our Voices has won a Purple Ribbon Award for its Finding Our Smiles, a "groundbreaking program of donated dental care featuring 40 Maine dental providers across nine counties voluntarily restoring the smiles and lives of women survivors of …

Free Down East dental clinic sees record number of patients

The 19th no‑cost dental clinic at the Lee Pellon Event Center in Machias the week of April 13 served 690 patient visits, the most in years, said Eddie Rosenbaum, director of the global outreach and international engagements at NYU Dentistry. There were 600 …

Business Briefs for Saturday, May 16, 2026

Efficiency Vermont Efficiency Vermont’s annual Better Building by Design conference, “Tight Margins, Bold Moves: Building for Affordability, Efficiency, and Electrification,” honored 10 firms for affordability, energy resilience and workforce development …

Maine Expands Health Care Transaction Oversight Through Dual Legislative Actions

Overview What Happened: On April 13, 2026, Maine enacted two significant pieces of legislation affecting health care transactions. Chapter 661 (H.P. 1481), effective July 14, 2026, requires health care entities with a threshold presence in Maine to file …

Maine Health Care Transactions: New State Approvals Involving Some Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and MSOs

On April 13, 2026, Governor Janet Mills signed H.P. 1480 / L.D. 2201 (the Act), giving the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (the Department) approval authority over certain health care transactions involving private equity companies, hedge …

Learn to Identify and debate today's oft-used 'logical fallacies'

Aristotle is considered the Father of Logic. He gave the world what is known as syllogistic logic or deductive reasoning with the example: "All men are mortal; Socrates is a man; therefore, Socrates is mortal." A few hundred years before …

Domestic violence an ‘absolute emergency,’ say Maine victim advocates

Jennifer Bishop joins a Finding Our Voices rally in Farmington on April 22 to honor her friend and fellow nurse who was killed in Skowhegan. (Courtesy of Patrisha McLean) Wearing yellow and hoping for change, people gathered April 22 in Farmington and …

High school students get hands-on healthcare experience at UMaine Augusta

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The University of Maine at Augusta hosted its rural workforce medical bootcamp on its Bangor campus Tuesday, giving more than 70 high school students from nine schools across the Katahdin and Washington County regions hands-on …

JCHS names prom court

Jefferson City High School celebrated prom on May 2 and recognized this year's prom court. The Marcullus King and Queen were Ivan Amezcua and Lillian Davis. Amezcua, the son of Rosalba Amezcua, plans to attend college to pursue a career in …

Shufti Recognised as Dual Leader in Liminal's 2026 Age Verification and Age Estimation Indexes, with Exceptional Ratings

Liminal’s buyer-led research ranks Shufti among top vendors for Product Execution, Strategy, and Market Presence, citing its risk-based age assurance solution. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shufti has been recognised …

ScribeEMR to Exhibit AI Medical Scribing, RCM, and Coding Solutions at NRHA’s 49th Annual Rural Health Conference

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ScribeEMR, a leading provider of AI-powered healthcare documentation solutions, including AI and virtual scribing, coding and medical office services, will exhibit at the National Rural Health …

Direct Fitness Collab Announces Partnership with Klean Kitchen Prep to Enhance Nutrition Real-World Adherence

REDLANDS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Direct Fitness Collab (DFC), a leading virtual wellness platform delivering personalized fitness and nutrition coaching, is proud to announce a new partnership with Klean Kitchen …

Council for Relationships and Sun Point Foundation Announce Strategic Partnership

Sun Point Foundation and Council for Relationship partnership preserves nearly a century of counseling, clinical training, and community care in Philadelphia PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Board of Directors of …

Why Not? Conquering the Road Less Traveled Delivers an Uplifting Memoir of Resilience and Determination

John Brown and Donna Brown share an inspiring true story of overcoming cerebral palsy, defying expectations, and achieving lasting success. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Why Not? Conquering the Road Less …

Breaking Chains of Abuse: Vickie McCuiston Brings Real Stories of Pain, Survival, and Faith to Light

A powerful collection of true testimonies reveals how twelve women overcame abuse, trauma, and despair, and found restoration through faith KY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where many suffer in silence, Vickie …

The Oaks Residence Receives Approvals for Memory Care Expansion in Madison County

Mississippi’s First and Only Boutique Luxury Assisted Living Experience Expands to Include Specialized Memory Care Residence GLUCKSTADT, MS, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Oaks Residence, Mississippi’s boutique luxury …

Gestantes mexicanas pueden viajar a Estados Unidos o Canadá para realizar su transferencia embrionaria

Gestante subrogada en Mexico MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cada vez más mujeres en México buscan información sobre cómo convertirse en gestante subrogada, cuánto pagan las agencias, cuáles son las mejores opciones y qué …

MedicoCX Announces Exclusive Strategic Partnership with US ENT Partners to Expand Provider Solutions and Member Benefits

Collaboration Strengthens Access to Advanced Analytics, Patient Support Infrastructure, and Practice Optimization Resources Across the US ENT Network BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MedicoCX, a rapidly expanding physician …

IQNOX Releases IQNECT 26.2, Bringing Engineering Intelligence Across Connected Systems

Expanding on Codebeamer with cross-system search, traceability, Windchill PLM integration, Jira connectivity, and an intelligence layer for product development. LAKE MARY, FL, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IQNOX has released …

Three BANA LAW, PC Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers® Rankings for Personal Injury Litigation

P. Ryan Banafshe named to Best Lawyers® for the 3rd year; Shant Nashalian and Danielle R. Farahi earn first-time Ones to Watch recognition. CA, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three BANA LAW, PC Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best …

MediCruz Medical Clinic Expands Access to Family-Focused Medical Care in Tampa, Florida

MediCruz Medical Clinic in Tampa offers bilingual primary care, walk-in visits for minor illnesses, preventive care, wellness services, and skin treatments. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MediCruz Medical Clinic is …

Zarina Del Mar, Creator of the 3D Movement System, Earns Shorty Awards Nomination for 'Brand Voice' Category

The fitness innovator is being recognized for promoting smarter, results-driven wellness content across social media LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fitness innovator, movement expert, and creator of the 3D …

Dr. Sara Spowart Says Many People Misunderstand What Self-Love Really Means: ‘Be Kind To Yourself’

During Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Sara Spowart encourages people to rethink self-love and practice healthier self-talk LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Many people think self-love looks like bubble baths …

The American Institute of Health Care Professionals Launches a Certification Program in Clinical Patient Care Leadership

New Certification Program in Clinical Patient Care Leadership Announced by The American Institute of Health Care Professionals, Inc. WARREN, OH, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Institute of Health Care …

Laser Goddess Introduces Glacē™ Treatment: A Gentle, Skin-Purifying Ritual for a Grounding, Glowing Complexion

BAYSIDE, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Laser Goddess, a leading provider of advanced aesthetics and skincare solutions in Bayside, New York is proud to announce the launch of Glacē™ treatment, a gentle, multi-step …

CanAm Enterprises Marks Major Milestone at The Bellwether District as TerraPower Isotopes Breaks Ground in Philadelphia

Groundbreaking ceremony celebrates latest chapter in the transformation of one of the nation’s most ambitious urban redevelopment projects NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CanAm Enterprises, a leading EB-5 …

Nicola Pinnock Named Top Registered Dental Hygienist of the Year IAOTP

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Nicola Pinnock at their Annual Awards Gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of Top …

CodeLifeAI Annouces a Unified Revolutionary AI platform for DNA, Protein, Cell Design and Simulation

Built for scientists, CodeLifeAI unifies biological design, molecular modelling, AI-assistant, and research management into one powerful intelligent environment HONG KONG, HONG KONG, HONG KONG, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CodeLifeAI today …

PLEXIS Healthcare Systems Highlights Enhanced Workflow Visibility and Operational Control Across the Claims Lifecycle

These enhancements build on a broader commitment to helping payer organizations modernize core administrative workflows and improve financial performance. MEDFORD, OR, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PLEXIS Healthcare Systems …