Three of the largest DSOs in the U.S. significantly expanded their networks in 2021 and have positioned themselves for further growth this year.
How Heartland Dental, Aspen Dental and Pacific Dental Services compare in 2022:
Heartland Dental (Effingham, Ill.)
Affiliated practices: more than 1,550
Supported dentists: more than 2,300
No. of states: 38
The Aspen Group (Chicago)
Affiliated practices: 1,032
Supported dentists: 1,931
No. of states: 45
Pacific Dental Services (Irvine, Calif.)
Affiliated practices: more than 850
Supported dentists: 2,306
No. of states: 26