Maintenance of medical and dental debt in credit reports: implications for patients and the healthcare system

A U.S. federal court’s decision to block a rule by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has significant implications for the healthcare sector. The blocked rule would have excluded medical and dental debt from citizens’ credit reports. As a result of its suspension, unpaid medical bills continue to be factored into credit scores, directly impacting […]
Growing interest in endodontics: how patients increasingly choose specialists to preserve their natural teeth

In recent years, dentistry has seen a growing trend toward preserving patients’ natural teeth as a key therapeutic goal. Against the backdrop of advancing technologies, increased patient awareness, and evolving approaches to interdisciplinary collaboration, interest in specialized dental care is on the rise. Particularly noticeable is the increase in referrals to endodontists—specialists in root canal […]