Featured Perspectives

1. Introduction—The Crisis in Oral Health Equity

Venture capital firms have made significant investments into the oral health industry over the past decade, with more than $400 million in funds in 2024 alone.

The dental industry has had to adjust to the effects of inflation and staffing shortages over the last couple of years, leading to less productivity and revenue.

The introduction of private equity into dentistry has had a significant effect on the industry, driving growth while raising some concerns.

Private equity has provided the dental industry with an influx of capital, leading to new practices, dental equipment and technology. 

There are several tips for DSO leaders to pivot their operations and prepare for an economic downturn or other negative event that could impact their practices.

Private equity has become a big player in dentistry, but there is no consensus on whether it has been beneficial to the industry. 

AI is here to stay in the dental industry, but how it could impact dentistry in the future is still up for debate. 

While DSO leaders may look for ways to save costs in a tough economy, certain cuts could have a negative impact on their company's growth in the long run. 

As the dental industry comes out of a tough couple of years for the economy, executives are looking for ways to protect their financial stability in case of a potential downturn.