Complete Dental Care, an affiliate of Pittsburgh-based North American Dental Group, has opened an office in Bellaire, Ohio.

Dallas-based MB2 Dental and Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health hit major practice milestones this year, reaching 700 and 1,000 supported offices, respectively.

Here are 18 DSOs that accomplished major milestones in 2024, including network expansions, new programs and technology innovations. 

Here are six DSOs and dental organizations expanding their networks in the South that Becker's has reported on since Nov. 21:

Specialty DSOs are finishing up a year filled with new partnerships, investments and network milestones. 

The leaders of the largest DSOs in the U.S. oversee networks of thousands of dental practices and dental professionals.

Denver-based Espire Dental recently expanded its network into the Pacific Northwest region.

Dallas-based Beacon Oral Specialists recently added a South Carolina partner to its network.

Dallas-based MB2 Dental has made its first practice addition in Iowa, marking the 44th state in its nationwide network.

The dental industry is rapidly transforming as dental practices look to integrate the latest cutting-edge technologies to increase efficiency and create an experience that’s more inviting and accessible to patients.

Chicago-based Aspen Dental is one of the largest dental organizations in the U.S. 

Chicago-based Aspen Dental opened two offices in North Carolina and Texas Dec. 5. 

Sharon, Mass.-based Qualitas Dental Partners recently added three partners in Massachusetts to its network. 

Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has expanded its network into Oregon.  

Morrisville, N.C.-based Affordable Care opened an Affordable Dentures & Implants office in New Bern, N.C.

Palm Beach, Fla-based Viper Partners facilitated two oral surgery practice transactions.

Industry competition is creating new challenges for DSOs to attract dentists.

New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 has added electric vehicle charging stations at select locations as part of its commitment to sustainability.

Becker's has reported on at least 10 DSOs this year that have secured funding to fuel growth efforts.

Roseland, N.J.-based Abra Health recently added its first practices in Connecticut.