Denver-based Lone Peak Dental Group has acquired AZ Family & Kid's Dental, a pediatric practice in Phoenix, according to a May 6 news release. The acquisition expands Lone Peak's network to five practices in the Phoenix and Mesa region of Arizona.

DSO expansion in Arizona

The acquisition adds pediatric dentistry capacity to Lone Peak Dental Group's existing footprint in the state. With this deal, the DSO now operates multiple locations across the Phoenix metropolitan area and Mesa, strengthening its regional presence in Arizona.

Practice consolidation trends

The purchase reflects the ongoing consolidation trend in U.S. dental services, where regional and national DSOs continue to acquire independent practices and smaller dental groups. This strategy allows larger organizations to increase market share, standardize clinical protocols, and improve operational efficiency across multiple locations.