Posts by Dentistry Select Editorial Team

A Shift in Dental Practice Ownership The way dental practices are owned in the United States is changing. According to the ADA Health Policy Institute, the percentage of dentists who own their practice dropped from 84.7 percent in 2005 to 73 percent in 2021. Among dentists under 35, ownership rates have nearly halved in the…

Why Asking Questions Matters Choosing a dentist is a health decision, and you should treat it like one. Most people spend more time researching a new restaurant than a new dental provider. But the dentist you choose will influence your oral health for years. The American Dental Association recommends making a list of questions and…

Start With What Matters to You Finding a good dentist is not just about picking the closest office or the first result on Google. The right dentist for you depends on your specific needs: your insurance, your schedule, the type of care you need, and what kind of experience you want in the chair. Here…

Two Models of Dental Practice When you visit a dentist, the office might be owned by the dentist treating you, or it might be owned by a corporation. Both types of practices employ licensed dentists and provide dental care, but the business structures behind them are different. Those differences can affect your experience as a…

What Does DSO Stand For? DSO stands for Dental Service Organization. A DSO is a separate business entity that contracts with dental practices to handle their non-clinical operations. That includes things like billing, marketing, human resources, payroll, IT, and supply purchasing. The dentist still treats patients, but the business side of the practice is managed…