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,…
Costa Mesa, Calif.-based Smile Brands has selected Pearl as its dental AI partner, and has started rolling out the technology to its practices. During a pilot program with Pearl’s AI, Smile Brands experienced improvements in how providers presented diagnoses and…
Here are six recent updates that have led to optimism and skepticism among DSO leaders: Good news DSO investments Several DSOs have landed investments this year to support debt restructuring and network growth. Lone Peak Dental Group recently received a…
Plantation, Fla.-based Vitana Pediatric and Orthodontic Partners is the fastest-growing DSO in the U.S., according to recent ranking by Inc. Vitana has achieved a 1,325% three-year growth rate, along with 18% annual practice growth. It also boasts a 98% doctor…
A newly constructed retail property in Bradenton, Fla., that includes an Aspen Dental practice has been sold for $10.98 million. Other tenants at the 13,538-square-foot property include Chipotle, Five Guys, Einstein Bros. Bagels and America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, according…
Roseville, Minn.-based Park Dental Partners has expanded its network in several states since launching its IPO last year. In December, Park Dental Partners announced an initial public offering of 1,535,000 shares of common stock at $13 per share. The DSO…
DSOs and dental groups were active across a number of states in May, continuing to expand their networks. Five states saw at least two DSO moves in May, as reported by Becker’s, including practice openings, acquisitions and affiliations. Note: This…
Roseville, Minn.-based Park Dental Partners recently added a Minnesota practice to its network. The DSO affiliated with Zumbro View Dental in Rochester, Minn., led by Tom Haugen, DDS. Park Dental Partners said it plans to add additional doctors to Zumbro…
Chicago-Aspen Dental opened an office in Liberty, Mo., on June 4. The new practice is led by Managing Clinical Director Piyom Aramoon, DDS, according to an email sent to Becker’s. Aspen Dental has opened practices in several states so far…
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental added eight practices to its network in May. The newest additions include five de novos and three affiliations, according to a blog post on the company’s website. Here are the five de novo offices opened in…
Sarasota, Fla.-based Parkview Dental Partners has opened a de novo practice in Tampa, Fla. The DSO is currently recruiting a lead dentist to anchor the practice, which will provide general dentistry services, according to a June 3 news release from…