Louisville, Ky.-based Mortenson Dental Partners plans to ride the momentum from its growth in 2025 to expand its network and add to its teams. The DSO affiliated with practices in several states last year, most recently adding its first office…
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Private equity groups have begun to play a much larger role in dentistry over the years as the industry continues to consolidate and practice owners face growing financial pressures. Several DSOs gained private equity funding in 2025 to fuel future…
The dental hygienist shortage is a multifaceted issue requiring various solutions, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and Dental Care Alliance, recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss how the industry…
Continuing professional development, publishing research publications and expanding community outreach were just a few of the achievements dentists celebrated in 2025. These eight dentists recently connected with Becker’s to share what they are most proud of from their work last…
The smart adoption of AI, the next saga in staffing, what’s in store for acquisitions and the advancement of medical-dental integration are top of mind for this dental executive. Samantha Adams, the newly appointed COO of Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Imagen Dental…
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There have been several major shifts in the dental workforce over the last few years that DSOs and dental practice owners should know, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and…
Private equity groups continued to hold steady interest in DSOs and certain dental procedures in 2025 as they identify new opportunities for growth and emerging technologies continue to shift the dental industry. Here’s what three leaders told Becker’s in 2025…
This month, dental executives spoke with Becker’s about dental care accessibility, new investments and financial pressures facing the industry. Here is what six dental leaders told us in December: ‘We are at a crisis’: CareQuest CEO zeroes in on top…
Private equity investors continue to target DSOs due to their profitability and stability during economic downturns. Barry Lyon, DDS, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and Dental Care Alliance, recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss the benefits…
The CareQuest Institute for Oral Health will continue to advocate for dental care accessibility as the industry faces persistent challenges along with some new obstacles in 2026. Wade Rakes, the organization’s new CEO, recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss roadblocks…