Irving, Texas-based U.S. Oral Surgery Management recently launched a reimbursement program to support its oral surgeon partners who participate in medical mission trips.

Heartland Dental, Pacific Dental Services and Aspen Dental are the largest DSOs in the U.S.

Irvine, Calif.-based Pacific Dental Services is starting several initiatives to support dental assistants in honor of Dental Assistants Recognition Week in March. 

Aspen Dental, a brand of the Aspen Group, surpassed 1,000 dental practices in 2022.

Reno, Nev.-based Bluetree Dental recently received a $32 million investment from private equity firm Clairvest Group.

Irving, Texas-based U.S. Oral Surgery Management recently added four practices in three states. 

Diamond Braces is opening a new office location in Warrington, Pa.

Four Corners Property Trust recently purchased a Heartland Dental property for $2.2 million.

Dental Support Organizations (DSOs) have their roots in the mid-1970s, and just as fashions have evolved since that time, so too have DSOs. In trying to navigate the changing landscape of DSOs, if you are a dentist or group practice owner looking to partner with a DSO, there are dynamics and differences to be aware of as you consider your specific needs and goals. Like any great partnership, a DSO can be a great partner if you have great clarity on the type of relationship you want.

The dental industry is a fascinating space with regional and national dental service organizations growing rapidly.

Brentwood, Tenn.-based Marquee Dental Partners has acquired a Kentucky practice.

Imagen Dental Partners expanded its network by adding practices in Oregon and Wisconsin. 

New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Premier Care Dental Management has partnered with a Massachusetts dental practice.

Here are four DSOs that have made practice additions in California that Becker's has reported on since Jan. 17:

US Endo Partners continued its 2023 expansion by adding two more practices to its network. 

Espire Dental, an integrated dental organization, has acquired a California practice.

Confidence in the economic recovery of the dental industry and U.S. economy varied among DSO-affiliated dentists in January, according to a poll from the American Dental Association. 

The dental industry is a fascinating space with regional and national dental service organizations growing rapidly.

Here are three major DSO moves Becker's has reported on since Feb. 17:

Several DSOs have recently affiliated with dental practices or opened new offices in Florida.