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title: Dental Industry Trends Summary May 11 - May 17
description: Stay ahead in dentistry with Byte-Sized Dental News & Data. Get concise, expert summaries of the latest trends, technologies, and research shaping the dental industry.
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# [Dental Industry Trends Summary May 11 - May 17](https://blog.sikka.ai/dental-industry-trends-summary-may-11-may-17)

 Written by [Sikka Marketing](https://blog.sikka.ai/author/sikka-marketing) | May 21, 2026 4:00:00 AM

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| Byte-Sized Dental News & Data Haven’t had the chance to catch up on what’s been going on in the dental industry? In this week's Dental Industry Summary, a Delta Dental report emphasizes oral health's role in overall well-being, while experts recommend flossing before brushing for improved dental hygiene. Want to continue seeing curated news and stats? Subscribe for free Forward to a friend |
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| INDUSTRY NEWS Top Stories Get the latest in dentistry news curated by us. New Delta Dental Report: 91% Of Adults Say Oral Health Is A Key Part Of Overall Health A new report from Delta Dental reveals that 91% of adults consider oral health to be an essential component of overall health. The findings highlight the growing awareness of the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and its impact on general well-being. The report underscores the need for regular dental check-ups and proper oral care practices as part of a holistic approach to health. Read more Should You Floss Before Or After You Brush Your Teeth? Dentists Weigh In Dentists generally recommend flossing before brushing your teeth. Flossing first helps to dislodge food particles and plaque from between the teeth, allowing the fluoride in toothpaste to reach more areas and be more effective. This sequence can lead to better oral hygiene and healthier gums. Read more |
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| INDUSTRY TRENDS Dental Industry Summary Gain insights on industry changes, including production, patient visits, procedure shares and more. |
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| 2024 / 2025 Year-over-Year (YoY) May 11 - May 17 |
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| Weekly production growth by state   2.07% Overall Production -1.1% Overall Visits |
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| Share of procedures performed 5.41% Maxillofacial Prosthetics 3.33% Diagnostic -2.8% Prosthodontics - Removable -3.39% Orthodontics |
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| 2025 Yearly Progression Jan 1st 2025 - Present |
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| Growth in production   |
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| Practice demographics   $927.2K Production per Practice 1253 Visits per Practice AR as % of last 12 months production <30: 3.6% \|30-60 : 1.0% \| 61-90 : 0.7% \| >90 : 6.4%   *Numbers are subject to change based on data availability and PMS adjustments. |
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| Want to see more? With Sikka Industry Trends, you can drill into production categories and visit types, filter by date, state, and more. Questions? Our data experts are here to help. Reach out today. |
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