Abstract
This legal article explains how antitrust laws apply to dentists and dental associations. It clarifies that violations occur when competitors agree to activities that unreasonably restrain competition. The article distinguishes between "per se" illegal activities (price-fixing, group boycotts, allocation of territories) and those evaluated under the "rule of reason." Specific examples of prohibited activities include agreements on fees, discount limitations, or refusals to participate with dental plans. Enforcement can come from the DOJ, FTC, state agencies, or private lawsuits, with penalties including imprisonment, fines, and treble damages.
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Schulte, Daniel JD
(2025)
"Dentistry and the Law: Yes, Dentists (and the MDA) Are Subject to Antitrust Law,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 107:
No.
4, Article 5.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol107/iss4/5
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