HPI: More new dentists affiliated with DSOs
November 17, 2025
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1 min
6 Key Takeaways
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New dentists are increasingly joining DSOs.
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Over 25% of dentists within 10 years of graduation affiliate with DSOs.
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The ADA Health Policy Institute conducted the study.
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Nearly 200,000 practicing dentists were analyzed.
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DSOs manage billing, marketing, and HR functions.
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A significant trend shift from older dentists toward centralized management.
New graduates are increasingly aligning with dental support organizations (DSOs), as revealed by the ADA Health Policy Institute's 2024 data. Over 25% of dentists within ten years of graduation are part of a DSO, depicting a significant shift from older dentists. The analysis encompassed nearly 200,000 practicing dentists in the U.S., with DSOs managing various nonclinical functions like billing and marketing, reflecting a trend towards centralized administrative support in dental practices.
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