Six DSOs expand on US West Coast in 2026
Six US DSOs expanded on the West Coast in 2026; track consolidation trends affecting your region and potential partnership opportunities.
Practice Management · United States
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Three DSO deals announced in two weeks
DSO consolidation continues at pace: track how beBright's pediatric expansion affects regional competition.
US reimbursement rates lag inflation, squeezing dental practice finances
US practices report reimbursement rates failing to match inflation since February, affecting profitability long-term.
Delta Dental of Illinois appoints senior VP of finance
Executive appointment in major US dental insurance provider shows continued leadership changes in the benefits sector.
Dental sedation emerging as cash-pay opportunity for anesthetists
Dentists offering sedation can hire CRNAs; anesthesia professionals should understand this emerging market.
Dental leaders share insights on M&A, staffing and operational challenges
US-focused perspective on operational challenges dental leaders face in 2026, including M&A trends and workforce issues.
BeBright acquires six-location pediatric practice in Louisiana
DSO M&A activity continues: beBright's largest acquisition signals consolidation momentum in pediatric dental practices.
16 DSOs expand practices on US East Coast
Overview of current DSO expansion activity on the East Coast; track consolidation trends in your region.
Dentists must develop strategies to counter insurer delays
US-focused piece on insurance claim delays. Relevant for practice managers dealing with payment processing.
Six dental deals worth $148M closed recently
Tracks M&A trends in dental tech and DSO consolidation. Relevant for practice owners evaluating market positioning.
Heartland Dental acquires Soto Dental Partners in El Paso
Heartland Dental expands into Texas with El Paso practice acquisition. Relevant for dentists evaluating DSO affiliation opportunities.
CareQuest and NxtCare partner to integrate oral health into home care
Partnership model for integrating dental care into broader healthcare systems. Relevant for practices working in post-acute or institutional care settings.
Five dentists share what they would change about their careers
Five experienced dentists reveal career decisions they would reconsider today, offering practical insights for early-career practitioners.
Dental Care Alliance secures $95M capital in debt restructuring deal
DSO debt restructuring: Dental Care Alliance secures new capital and reduces liabilities significantly.
Iran conflict disrupts dental supply chains and raises costs
Supply chain disruptions and cost inflation from Iran conflict are affecting dental practices now. Budget accordingly.
Washington woman charged with COVID loan fraud for fake dental business
Reminder that pandemic loan fraud carries serious criminal penalties; ensure your practice's CARES Act documentation is accurate.
Two New Jersey practices merge into new Dental365 location
DSO consolidation news in the US market. Relevant for tracking DSO growth patterns and practice acquisition trends.
DSO leaders forecast surge in dental M&A deals through 2026
DSO consolidation accelerating in 2026: practice owners should understand current M&A landscape and valuation trends.
Park Dental opens second Bloomington, Minnesota location
U.S. DSO expansion news. Relevant if you follow North American dental group consolidation trends.
DSO boom may be slowing as private practices regain appeal
DSO consolidation may be slowing: understand the shifting competitive landscape if you own or manage a dental practice.