CAMP HILL, Pa., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Progressive Dental Concepts, LLC, the largest locally owned and community-focused general dentistry group serving Central Pennsylvania, today announced that Stephen Canis, DMD, CDC, has been named Chief Dental Officer for the organization. Most recently, Dr. Canis served as National Dental Director for United Concordia Dental/Highmark where he was a dental advisor and clinical consultant to dentists nationwide. He helped lead the organization's quality assurance and clinical review process. Previously, Dr. Canis was an independent dentist practitioner in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Commenting on the appointment, Chief Operating Officer Dr. Charles J. Foer said, "Dr. Canis brings a broad base of strategic expertise to Progressive Dental Concepts in the clinical, operational and regulatory aspects of the dental industry. We look forward to working with him to support our practices and deliver excellent patient care in the most efficient manner possible. His exemplary reputation and the depth of his relationships with fellow dentists in Pennsylvania and beyond will also be invaluable as we continue to grow our network of providers."