Dear Reader,

Dentists who thought they’d ride out their careers owning their practices are now looking at DSOs in a whole new light. Why? Because they’ve discovered an incredible opportunity that’s allowing them to profit from the value discrepancy between Main Street and Wall Street.

Let me explain what that means and why it’s changing everything.

The Main Street vs. Wall Street Value Discrepancy

For years, dentists have been operating their practices, working hard, and generating good incomes. But what most haven’t realized is that there’s a massive difference between what a dental practice is worth to a single buyer on Main Street—a fellow dentist looking to own and operate the practice—and what it’s worth to a DSO on Wall Street.

Here’s the bottom line: DSOs aren’t just looking to buy one practice. They’re assembling portfolios of practices, and they sell these portfolios for far more than the combined individual values. The whole is worth more than the sum of its parts. This is the key to understanding the spread—the difference between what the DSO pays to acquire your practice and what they sell it for as part of a larger package.

For example, if you were to sell your practice to another independent dentist, you might get a decent price based on your yearly revenue, patient base, and equipment. But when a DSO buys your practice, they’re not just thinking about your practice. They’re thinking about how it fits into a bigger puzzle. And when they bundle your practice with dozens or even hundreds of others, the value of that entire group skyrockets.

The DSO can then sell that portfolio to larger investors—whether it’s private equity or even going public—for a much bigger payday. That’s the value discrepancy. What the practice is worth on Main Street versus what it’s worth on Wall Street.

And here’s the best part: this works in your favor.

Doctors Are Joining DSOs to Share in That Profit

So, why are so many dentists who thought they’d never sell deciding to partner with DSOs? Because they’ve realized they can tap into this value discrepancy for themselves. DSOs aren’t just offering a quick, one-time payout. They’re allowing you to retain equity—meaning you get to participate in the future growth and success of the practice, even after you’ve sold it.

Here’s how it works: When you sell to a DSO, you might get a significant upfront payout—often more than you ever thought possible. But you’re not done there. In many cases, the DSO offers you the option to retain a percentage of ownership in the practice or the portfolio of practices. That means when the DSO sells that entire group of practices to a bigger player on Wall Street, you get a second payday—a piece of that massive pie.

In other words, you’re not just selling your practice for what it’s worth today. You’re setting yourself up to profit from what it’s worth in the future. And that number can be exponentially higher.

The Spread Works in Your Favor

Let’s talk about the spread—that difference between what the DSO pays for your practice and what they sell it for as part of a larger package. Traditionally, that spread only benefited the investors. But now, DSOs are sharing that benefit with dentists like you. They know that by keeping you engaged, allowing you to retain some ownership, and giving you a stake in the future growth, they’re creating a win-win situation.

And this is why even doctors in the prime of their careers—not ready to retire but tired of the daily business grind—are selling their practices to DSOs. They get the best of both worlds: a massive payout today and a stake in future growth.

Plus, after selling to a DSO, you’re free to focus on what you love: dentistry. No more managing the day-to-day headaches of running a practice. The DSO handles the business side—staffing, billing, marketing—while you focus on patient care. You can stay on as the lead dentist, with less stress, less paperwork, and more time to focus on what you’re passionate about.

The Opportunity of a Lifetime

This opportunity is driving the decision for many dentists who never thought they’d sell at this stage in their career. Why? Because they’ve seen the numbers. They’ve seen the life-changing payouts their colleagues are getting, and they’ve seen how retaining a stake in the practice’s future gives them financial freedom that owning and operating a solo practice simply can’t match anymore.

What does this mean for you? It means you have a chance to cash in on this value discrepancy while keeping your hand in the game. You get a major payout now and the potential for even greater rewards in the future. It’s like doubling down—getting paid twice for the same hard work you’ve already done.

If you’ve ever thought about selling—or even if you’ve never considered it until now—it’s worth exploring what this could mean for your future. Contact Everything DSO today to find out what your practice is really worth in this market.

Sincerely,

Your Team at Everything DSO