Dear Reader,
A DSO, or Dental Service Organization, is like a powerhouse behind the scenes of a dental practice. It’s a business model where the DSO handles the non-clinical parts of running a practice—everything from marketing and billing to HR, compliance, and even securing the best deals on equipment and supplies. In other words, they take over the operational side of things that frankly, let’s be honest, is often a huge hassle for dentists.
So, if you’re tired of spending your valuable time on paperwork, hiring staff, chasing insurance companies, or balancing the books, a DSO partnership could be what you need. Imagine focusing entirely on patient care, enjoying the clinical side of your practice without the constant distractions.
How Is a DSO Structured? Typically, a DSO owns or manages multiple dental practices. It’s structured to give you the best of both worlds: you retain ownership (or at least partial ownership) of your practice, and you stay in control of patient care—the stuff you’re passionate about. Meanwhile, the DSO steps in to manage the operational, financial, and administrative aspects. So, you’re still running the show where it counts, but without the baggage.
Most DSOs offer flexible structures, allowing you to customize what you hand off and what you keep control of. Want to keep more of the day-to-day decision-making? Great. Want to completely hand over the management reins? That’s possible, too. You stay involved to the extent you want, but without the hassles that burn you out.
Why Should This Matter to You? Dentists who partner with DSOs often walk away with life-changing payouts. We’re talking about cashing in on years of hard work, extracting serious money from the value you’ve built, while still holding onto equity. And let me tell you, the equity part is huge. You’re not just selling and walking away—you’re retaining a stake in the growth of your practice and its value. And because the DSO is motivated to grow, your equity can continue to appreciate.
Think about it: a chance to significantly lower your stress, increase your income, and maybe even step back a little so you can spend more time doing the things you love. And it’s not just about retiring early—though that’s certainly on the table. It’s about having options. It’s about making the transition from working in your practice to working on your life, your legacy, and your happiness.
How Does This Help You? Here’s what’s in it for you: security, growth, and freedom. The security comes from locking in a sale price that reflects the true value of your practice—often two or three times what you’d get selling to another dentist. The growth comes from the ongoing equity you hold in a thriving business that’s now backed by professionals who excel at scaling practices. And the freedom? Well, that’s the ability to decide how you spend your days—whether it’s continuing to work chairside without the headaches or spending more time with family, or pursuing other passions.
We’ve helped countless dentists make this transition, and the one thing they all say afterward is this: “Why didn’t I do this sooner?”
Because here’s the truth: dentists are incredible at what they do, but most don’t realize how much their practice is really worth until someone like me steps in and shows them. And the best part? You get to leave behind the parts of the business you hate while keeping what you love. A DSO partnership doesn’t just buy your practice—it buys your freedom, your peace of mind, and a future that’s yours to design.
What Does This Mean for Your Future? This decision can mean more than just financial gain—it can mean taking control of your life in ways you didn’t think possible. Imagine waking up every day and knowing that the weight of running a business doesn’t fall squarely on your shoulders anymore. You’re still doing what you love, still taking care of your patients, but without all the extra burdens.
Or, maybe you’re ready to take a step back, slow down a bit, and really enjoy the rewards of all the years you’ve put in. A DSO partnership lets you make that call—on your terms, on your timeline.
It’s time to think about the next chapter. And if you’re curious, if you’re even wondering what your practice might be worth or how this could all work for you, We are here to help. Let’s talk because the future you want might be closer than you think.
Sincerely,
Your Team at Everything DSO