DSO & DPMs
No sales reps, no screening calls: Why Elevate's co-founder takes every partnership call himself
When a dentist considers partnering with a larger organization, the first call usually goes the same way: a sales rep,…
The top 10 largest DSOs support a combined network of roughly 7,850 practices nationwide. Here is the number of affiliated practices for each of the largest DSOs as of June 2026: Contact Ariana Portalatin at aportalatin@beckershealthcare.com with questions or updates…
Here are 10 COOs leading specialty DSOs in 2026: Tyler Cain. COO of Oral Surgery Partners (Chesterfield, Mo.): Mr. Cain has 15 years of experience working in investments and operations. He most recently served as CFO and chief development officer…
Chicago-based Phase 1 Equity has added a multilocation orthodontic practice in Texas, its third practice addition of 2026. The addition marks the 21st doctor and 31st location in Phase 1 Equity’s network, according to a May 28 news release from…
Here are six trends affecting DSO deals in 2026: 1. Acquisitions have been the primary growth strategy for many DSOs over the last decade, with low interest rates and investor interest fueling this activity. However, higher rates and operating costs…
Sharon, Mass.-based Qualitas Dental Partners has increased its credit facilities with a long-term lender to support future acquisitions. The increased facilities from Live Oak Bank were driven by strong partnership interest from practices in New England, the region in which…
Here are 10 CFOs leading specialty-focused DSOs in 2026: Jeff Couper. CFO at Max Surgical Specialty Management (Hackensack, N.J.): Mr. Couper joined MSSM in December with more than 20 years of financial leadership experience. His past roles include CFO of…
A retail property in Jacksonville, Fla., that includes a Heartland Dental practice has been sold for $11.1 million, according to a May 26 report from CityBiz. Shops at Race Track, a 16,998-square-foot property, is fully leased to six tenants including…
Here are 15 updates from 12 DSOs in May, including data breaches, lender moves, investments and more. 1. Dallas-based Apex Dental Partners affiliated with five new practices in Colorado, bringing its total network to 65 practices across eight states. The…
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Premier Care Dental Management has added to its networks in Ohio and Pennsylvania with two practice acquisitions. The dental clinical organization acquired SK Smith & Associates in King of Prussia, Pa., and Brett Pelok, DDS &…
Dallas-based Apex Dental Partners has affiliated with five new practices in Colorado, bringing its total network to 65 practices across eight states. The organization uses its Private Practice Reimagined model, which provides dentists with operational support while preserving full clinical…