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Park Dental Partners reports $62.7M Q1 2026 revenue
DSO financial performance baseline for Q1 2026 showing 6.2% year-on-year growth across 86 practices.
Three US dental companies settle lawsuits over operations and advertising
US regulatory action against DSOs continues; relevant for European practitioners aware of US market consolidation trends.
Dentistry industry shifts toward AI adoption for efficiency
Understand how AI adoption is changing dental practice operations and what peers in the industry are implementing now.
MB2 Dental adds 5 new partner practices in 2 months
US-focused DSO expansion story. Relevant to dentists exploring practice partnership or sale options.
Heartland Dental leads US DSO rankings with 1,800 practices
US DSO consolidation update: Heartland Dental now operates 1,800+ practices, showing continued industry concentration.
Four threats to DSO growth identified for 2026
DSOs planning acquisitions in 2026 should understand market supply constraints shaping available opportunities.
Practice owners losing value in DSO sales, report warns
Essential reading for any dentist contemplating a practice sale to a DSO or private equity firm.
Private practice ownership becomes harder for new dentists
Essential for newly qualified dentists evaluating career options and practice ownership viability in today's market.
Dentistry faces headwinds from debt, costs, and insurance pressures
Shows why dental school graduates and practice owners are reassessing career viability and employment models.
Aspen Dental pays $2.3M to settle California corporate dentistry law violations
DSOs in California must ensure advertising clearly identifies dentist-owners to avoid regulatory penalties.
Heartland Dental approaches 2,000 practices with de novo and acquisition growth
Heartland Dental nears 2,000 practices in 2026, accelerating DSO consolidation in the US dental market.
PDS Health and CareQuest expand blood pressure screening in dental offices
Shows how dental practices can add preventive health screening to increase patient value and generate referral opportunities.
SALT Dental Partners opens orthodontics practice in Washington, DC
US DSO expansion news. Relevant if you track dental practice consolidation or monitor competitor growth.
Heartland Dental expands into Florida with Coconut Creek practice
US DSO acquisition news. Relevant for tracking DSO consolidation trends and practice valuations.
PDS Health joins AARP AgeTech Collaborative
DSO milestone: First non-startup dental organization in AARP's 700-member aging care network.
Top 10 dental and DSO stories in April
Monthly roundup of top dental industry stories, useful for tracking DSO market sentiment and consolidation trends.
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.
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.
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.
Heartland Dental breaks ground on new Illinois practice
DSO expansion news: Heartland Dental opens new Illinois practice. Relevant for practitioners tracking regional DSO growth.
69% of DSOs plan to increase acquisitions in 2026
DSOs plan significant growth by acquisition in 2026, but practice supply may become a limiting factor for expansion.
US federal policy changes reshape dental practice landscape
US DSO leaders need to understand how Medicaid and ACA policy shifts affect reimbursement and patient volume projections.
Four dentists make headlines in week of April 14, 2026
Four separate cases involving DSO expansion, license suspension, and criminal charges in US dentistry.
Four dental leadership changes announced across industry
Track executive appointments at major dental suppliers and DSO networks affecting industry direction and consolidation.
Standard Dental Labs adds Brendan Cummins to board
Consolidator leadership moves signal strategic positioning in the dental lab market.
PDS Health advances medical-dental integration beyond Epic EHR
DSO leaders should track how PDS Health expands beyond EHR integration to guide their own medical-dental strategy.
Aspen Dental opens Michigan office
Aspen Dental opens Michigan office; relevant for practitioners tracking DSO growth in the region.
Four DSOs integrate new technology into dental practices
DSOs invest in AI technology to streamline administration and enhance patient communication across networks.
Specialty1 Partners reports 39% growth, joins Inc. 5000 list
US-focused DSO news: track Specialty1's growth trajectory and partnership model for competitive intelligence.
US states advance legislation to limit corporate dental practice ownership
US states restricting corporate DSO ownership: understand how laws in Kentucky and other states affect practice structure and clinical autonomy.
Four dental DSOs named to 2026 Inc. 5000 Regionals list
Four U.S. dental DSOs made Inc. 5000 Regionals; track which organizations show fastest growth metrics.
Singapore DSO pursues acquisition in central China
Aoxin Q & M's proposed central China expansion shows DSO growth accelerating in Asia beyond traditional DSO markets.
Major DSOs expand networks and invest in tech in Q1 2026
DSO consolidation continues: track how major networks are building scale through acquisitions and technology.
Absolute Dental settles data breach lawsuit for $3.3M
DSO leadership should track settlement approval timelines and notification obligations for data breach incidents.
Corporate dentistry faces reputation challenges over profit focus
Understand how DSO reputational challenges affect recruitment and patient trust in your region.
Smile Partners USA adds Illinois dental practice to network
DSO adds Illinois practice to network reaching 124 offices. Monitor for operational or strategic implications in your region.
Elevate Dental Partners ranks among fastest-growing DSOs in 2026
Fastest-growing DSO in 2026 Inc. 5000 Regionals list; useful benchmark for understanding DSO consolidation trends.
Heartland Dental opens 5 new practices in March expansion
Heartland Dental's continued de novo expansion shows DSO investment in greenfield dental practice development across U.S. regions.
Seva Dental Team adds Ohio practice to portfolio
Example of early-stage DSO consolidation in Midwest. Relevant for practice owners evaluating partnership opportunities.
Self-employed associates need different engagement than employed teams
Webinar on managing self-employed associates using appropriate engagement strategies rather than employment models.