John T. Powers[email protected]Dental TherapistsDental therapists' value measured by Pew report participantIn this Second Opinion column, Dr. John T. Powers responds to questions about a Pew study that focused on how he integrated a dental therapist into his private practice. As with any report, the Pew study did not include every detail, so Dr. Powers wants to offer some additional information to help answer any questions. He also explains what he sees in his community and why the decision made financial sense.February 24, 2014Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of ‘gross incompetence’ surrenders licenseA dentist suspended indefinitely in 2024 due to “gross incompetence and ignorance in the practice of dentistry” has surrendered his license to practice.ObesityThere may be a link between obesity and oral health habitsPodcastsPodcast: Dental team costs are rising. What does that mean for dentists?Dental SpecialtiesDental surgeon spots rare anatomical detail in Shroud of TurinBrainCaries, gum disease may be tied to increased stroke risk