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Author: Ariana Portalatin

The percentage of dental students interested in private practice after graduation has increased by three percentage points in the last 10 years, according to the American Dental Education Association's Trends in Dental Education report for the 2023-24 academic year. 

More than 60% of dental students are using loans to fund their education, according to the American Dental Education Association's Trends in Dental Education report for the 2023-24 academic year. 

Great Neck, N.Y.-based The Smilist gained a $285 million unitranche debt facility earlier this year to fuel its growth, helping the DSO to reach nearly 100 offices across the Northeast. 

DSOs have experienced a challenging year filled with inflation, staffing shortages and more. 

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Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has added nine practices to its network. 

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