Beth GaddisDSOE-procurement platforms, AI, and more trends from DentalForum 2024At this year's DentalForum, leaders from more than two dozen dental service organizations and purchasing groups gathered for what can best be described as "vendor speed dating." Here's what Beth Gaddis learned from those interactions.May 15, 2024DSODSO M&A: Red flags for dental practice buyers and sellersIn the final installment in our series on dental service organization mergers and acquisitions (M&A), Beth Gaddis explains the red flags that can prevent a practice sale from occurring.May 6, 2024DSODSO M&A: Planning and timelines for a dental practice salePlenty are eyeing the dental market to gauge when might be the best time to sell, since many strategic buyers postponed transactions in early 2024 because of high interest rates and the rising cost of capital, writes Beth Gaddis.April 30, 2024DSODSO M&A 101: Top tips for dental practice ownersBeth Gaddis brings you the first in a three-part series about the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape in dentistry and details what you need to know about the role of the dental service organization (DSO).April 15, 2024ClinicalDentists, DSO executives share technology must-haves for 2024Many new and maturing technologies were on display at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting. Here is what four thought leaders — ranging from a private practice owner to an executive with the country’s largest DSO — think are the must-haves for 2024.April 2, 2024DSOHow women are changing the dental industry: 12 share Women in DSO lessons learnedAt the Women in DSO Empower and Grow conference in Las Vegas earlier this month, female leaders who run multimillion-dollar organizations and divisions, shared their stories and experiences.March 21, 2024Practice TrendsDSO patient trend predictions for 2024iTeroWhat was a top dental patient trend of 2023, and what’s in store for 2024? These are some of the questions asked recently of dental service organization (DSO) leaders.January 18, 2024AIWhich dental technology impressed DSO leaders in 2023 and what they’re exploring for 2024To find out how dental service organizations (DSOs) ranging in size from startups to groups with more than 75 locations are using technology solutions, Beth Gaddis asked these dental leaders about artificial intelligence and more.January 11, 2024Staff ShortagesDSO leaders predict hiring and staffing trends for 2024Leaders from five dental service organizations (DSOs) offered their tips about the steps they are taking to address the staffing shortage of hygienists and dental assistants in their organizations.January 4, 2024Wellness3 DSO leaders share tips for reducing burnout among dentists and teamsWhether you’re in a private practice or part of a large dental group, you have probably noticed someone in your practice who is feeling burned out. We asked three DSO leaders to share their thoughts -- and solutions -- for burnout.January 2, 2024Previous PagePage 3 of 3Top StoriesLegal IssuesDentist’s defamation suit over bad reviews moves forwardA state appeals court ruled on September 15 that a patient who posted negative reviews about a dentist could be sued for defamation.Infection ControlInfection control matters to dental patientsSmile DesignClinical tip: Replacement of a congenital missing caninePublic HealthGetting married may be good for teeth, especially men’sScope of PracticeU.S. oral health is at a standstill. Hygienists may be the answer
