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The 5 states where DSOs added the most in August
SourceBecker's Dental + DSO ReviewTier 1Hard News
By Cameron Cortigiano
Originally at beckersdental.com
Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.
Why it matters for dental
Practice owners and DSO executives tracking geographic expansion should note that five states saw repeated DSO network growth in August, signaling where competitive pressure, patient acquisition costs, and potential real-estate or staffing opportunities are rising fastest.
Key points
- Florida, North Carolina, Texas, and Idaho each recorded at least two DSO transactions (new openings, acquisitions, or affiliations) in August.
- One disclosed deal size reached $64 million, illustrating the capital scale now being deployed for multi-location dental roll-ups.
- Becker’s data are not exhaustive; additional undisclosed moves likely occurred in the same states, amplifying the competitive density for independent practices.
- DSO and group-practice leaders evaluating de-novo or tuck-in strategies can use these state-level activity spikes to prioritize due-diligence and workforce planning.
Who should care
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