by Jasmin Fernandes | Jan 5, 2026 | In The News
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a nonprofit focused on creating an equitable system for oral health care through research, policy, advocacy and philanthropy. In September, they announced a new CEO: Wade Rakes, MBA. Months into his new role, Rakes sat down with...
by Jasmin Fernandes | Dec 29, 2025 | In The News
The sounds of suction and other dental tools drone in the background as Joseph Kunchik, chief dental officer for Lorain County Health and Dentistry, examines 20-year-old Jesus Cruz. Cruz is in pain after delaying dental care because he could not afford it. “I stayed...
by Jasmin Fernandes | Dec 29, 2025 | In The News
As we look ahead to 2026, we need to continue to be proactive about our health care. With an upcoming second Trump administration, some in the Black community are fearful of what that can mean for health care access. But there are some practical steps we can all take...
by Jasmin Fernandes | Dec 22, 2025 | In The News
This month, dental executives spoke with Becker’s about dental care accessibility, new investments and financial pressures facing the industry. Here is what six dental leaders told us in December: Read the full article here.
by Jasmin Fernandes | Dec 18, 2025 | In The News
The CareQuest Institute for Oral Health will continue to advocate for dental care accessibility as the industry faces persistent challenges along with some new obstacles in 2026. Wade Rakes, the organization’s new CEO, recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss...
