DSO + DPMs

As DSOs continuously look for ways to expand and grow, a new set of dental practices has started to stand out — speciality practices. 

Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental established Heartland Dental University to provide continuing education opportunities to its affiliated dentists and employees.

A group of dentists has filed a lawsuit against Pittsburgh-based North American Dental Group and its parent company, ZAHN Parent. 

Two supergroups owning several dental and healthcare companies have emerged in recent years, increasing consolidation and competition in the dental industry.

Here are seven states where Tempe, Ariz.-based Gen4 Dental Partners has added practices in 2023, as reported by Becker's:

Several DSOs are focused on opening de novo practices, acquiring offices and adding affiliates in new markets this year. 

Atlanta-based Benevis has added 22 new dental graduates from seven states to its network in the last year. 

Here are eight states that Morrisville, N.C.-based Affordable Care has opened Affordable Dentures & Implants practices in 2023, as reported by Becker's:

Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental recently opened two practices in Florida. 

Chicago-based Aspen Dental is one of the largest DSOs in the U.S., supporting more than 1,000 offices nationwide.