Becker’s Dental Review - DSO + Dental News

There are several DSOs close to reaching their 100th practice milestone.  Here is an inside look into three of these DSOs and their recent activity:  Park Dental Partners (Minneapolis) Park Dental Partners currently supports 86 practices in three states. After…

Here are five statistics Becker’s has reported on in recent months that could lead to opportunities for growth and progress in the dental industry: 1. Consumer dental spending has risen by 9% since 2020, according to data from the American…

Here are five statistics Becker’s has reported on in recent months that could lead to future roadblocks in the dental industry: 1. Nearly 80% of dental practices have reported an increase in claim denials or payer scrutiny over the past…

Minneapolis-based Park Dental Partners reported $244.5 million in revenue during 2025, a 6.4% increase over 2024, according to a Feb. 25 news release from the DSO.  Here are nine additional things to know about the company’s financial performance:

Houston-based Specialty1 Partners has entered a new joint venture partnership with Advanced Periodontics Implant Center in Rancho Mirage, Calif.  The practice, which is led by periodontist Ellie Love, DDS, has provided care since 1998, according to a Feb. 25 news…

State lawmakers have introduced several pieces of legislation aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency for dental insurers. Six updates:  1. The Nevada Commissioner of Insurance adopted new regulations requiring insurers to file an annual report on or before May 1…

Dental technology company Dentsply Sirona has added James Forbes and Brian McKeon to its board of directors, effective Feb. 27. Mr. Forbes is a healthcare investment banker recognized for helping companies drive profitable growth and long-term value creation, according to…

The American Dental Association is urging lawmakers to support scientific oversight of potential federal fluoride regulations. Five notes:  1. The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Environment held a hearing Feb. 24 titled “From Source to Tap: A…

Kirksville, Mo.-based A.T. Still University of Health Sciences has named Kneka Smith dean of its School of Dentistry & Oral Health, effective June 22. Dr. Smith, a 2019 graduate of the university, most recently served as the vice president for…

A Virginia dentist recently attended President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address to draw attention to challenges facing dental providers, WVIR reported Feb. 24.  President Trump discussed several topics during his Feb. 24 address, including affordability, immigration and trade.…