Author: Patsy Newitt

Private equity groups continued to hold steady interest in DSOs and certain dental procedures in 2025 as they identify new opportunities for growth and emerging technologies continue to shift the dental industry. Here’s what three leaders told Becker’s in 2025…

Here are eight dental company expansions and investments Becker’s has reported on in 10 days.  1. Davary & Smith Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implant Center has opened in Sterling, Va. The practice was founded by Ashkan Davary, DDS,…

Dental leaders across the U.S. are voicing a mix of concern, adaptation and cautious optimism as staffing shortages continue to reshape practices, patient access and the future workforce. Here’s what five dental leaders have told Becker’s recently about the state…

Here are five notable developments among DSOs since Sept. 22: 1. Southlake, Texas-based Allied OMS appointed Bill Murray as its next CFO. Mr. Murray brings more than 25 years of experience in financial transactions, healthcare operations and international management. He…

Here are five key developments in Florida’s dental industry since Aug. 1: 1. Tampa-based Westchase Smiles Institute purchased a 3,000-square-foot standalone building for $1.1 million to relocate its practice. 2. In 2024, more than 146,000 Florida residents visited emergency departments…

Here are three recent resignations, retirements or other exits by dental leaders in the last three months, as reported by Becker’s: 1. Invisalign manufacturer Align Technology has terminated the employment of Executive Vice President Of Global Human Resources Stuart Hockridge,…

Becker’s has reported on eight new dental practices and offices opened in California since Aug. 1: Here are the eight new practices: