DSO + DPMs

Dntl Bar, a DSO based in New York City, has opened its fifth dental office.

Dozens of DSOs have acquired, opened or affiliated with more than 140 dental practices across the U.S. since January. 

Here are the CEOs of five of the biggest DSOs in the U.S.:

Irving, Texas-based U.S. Endo Partners recently added two practices in Texas and Missouri. 

Affordable Care opened an Affordable Dentures & Implants practice in El Paso, Texas.

Private equity firm SkyKnight Capital has invested in Pearl Street Dental Partners, a dental practice management company.

The dental industry is a fascinating space with regional and national dental service organizations growing rapidly.

A DDS Dentures + Implant Solutions practice in Monroe, La., has rebranded as Affordable Dentures & Implants, another Affordable Care brand.

Irvine, Calif.-based Pacific Dental Services and the American Diabetes Association are partnering on an awareness campaign to educate people on the link between periodontal disease and diabetes. 

Fort Worth, Texas-based Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics recently opened its 34th Texas location.