Several DSOs acquired, opened or affiliated with dozens of dental offices across the U.S. during the second quarter of 2025. Here are more than 60 DSO moves Becker’s reported on during the second quarter. Editor’s note: This list is not…
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Phoenix-based Salt Dental Partners has appointed David Pallaschke as CFO. Mr. Pallaschke has extensive experience working in financial leadership roles. He most recently served as CFO and president of BrightStar. He also served as the senior vice president of finance…
Brentwood, Tenn.-based Innovate 32 has partnered with Fort Bend Dental in Houston. Since its founding in 1987, Fort Bend Dental has grown to include five locations and 14 dentists. Shore Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm, launched Innovate 32…
Hopkinton, Mass.-based Simply Dental Management has made several internal changes in response to employee feedback, including with its benefits and communications. The DSO said company-wide, anonymous surveys were sent out in September to identify employee challenges and areas of improvement.…
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” plan could lead to certain advantages and disadvantages for DSOs, according to one executive. Barry Lyon, DDS, is the dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and the…
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DSOs have had a busy year so far launching new programs, gaining investments and partnering with industry leaders to fuel organic and inorganic growth while enhancing patient care. Here are 15 notable moves to know from 2025: 1. Dallas-based MB2…
Pittsburgh-based North American Dental Group recently appointed Ray Scott, DDS, as vice president of clinical operations. Dr. Scott has previously held leadership roles with several DSOs. He most recently served as vice president of clinical operations for Heartland Dental. North…
Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Imagen Dental Partners recently added an Indiana practice to its network. The dental partnership organization affiliated with Friedman Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Westfield, Ind. The practice is led by Jody Friedman, DDS. Imagen Dental Partners supports more…
Chicago-based Aspen Dental opened two offices in New Jersey and North Carolina June 19. The DSO’s new office in Matthews, N.C., is led by Owner Vanja Alagic, DDS, and Managing Clinical Director Shayan Jahanpanah, DDS. The new office in Newton,…
Several DSOs have gained new funding this year to support their growth initatives. Four updates: 1. Southlake, Texas-based Allied OMS received a minority investment to expand its service offerings, complete acquisitions and scale operations. Global investment firm 65 Equity Partners…