Group Dentistry Now Show: The Voice of the DSO Industry

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Recent Episodes

1. Finding Your Perfect Partner: A White-Glove Approach to Dental Practice Transitions

   Oct 17, 2026

   Nate Thompson, founder and CEO of Triumphant Transition Partners, and Dr. Dwight Peccora, Chief Clinical Officer and co-founder of Innovate 32, discuss how Peccora's dental group found a strategic partner through a seller-side advisor. They cover the case for a single, carefully matched partner over a competitive bidding process, what integration looked like after the deal, and how valuations and deal structures are changing. Host Bill Newman frames the episode around avoiding post-sale regret in dental practice transitions.

2. From System of Record to System of Action: How AI Is Transforming Dental Practice Operations

   Oct 13, 2026

   Dr. Ryan Hungate, Chief Clinical and Chief Strategy Officer at Henry Schein One, discusses the shift in dental practice management software from a system of record to a system of action, where software proactively identifies and acts on tasks such as schedule gaps and eligibility checks. The conversation covers AI in revenue cycle management, ambient clinical documentation, treatment acceptance, and governance principles for automation. Hungate also shares his background as an orthodontist and his earlier work at Apple and his startup Simplify.

3. Inside Ivoclar HQ: How an Education-First Approach Transforms DSO Partnerships. Part 2

   Oct 5, 2026

   Angela Severance, Training & Education Manager for Group Dentistry Solutions at Ivoclar, discusses the critical role of education and onboarding in successful DSO partnerships. The episode covers Ivoclar's multi-tiered educational approach, including webinars, the Ivoclar Learning Academy, VIP headquarters experiences, and customized programs designed to build clinician confidence and drive product adoption across large dental groups.

4. Inside Ivoclar HQ: Partnership, Innovation, and the Science Behind Dental Excellence. Part 1

   Sep 28, 2026

   Part 1 of a two-part episode recorded at Ivoclar's North American headquarters in Amherst, New York, featuring Chet Spivey, Chief Commercial Officer and President of Ivoclar North America, and Dr. Tom Hill, Manager of Scientific Services. The episode explores Ivoclar's partnership approach with DSOs, their customer service philosophy inspired by Disney, and the company's extensive R&D and product innovation efforts, including a tour of their Applied Testing Center laboratory.

5. The Digital Future of Dentistry: How Technology and Connected Workflows Are Reshaping DSOs

   Sep 23, 2026

   Robert Befidi, Jr., President of DEXIS and President of Diagnostics at Envista Holdings, discusses the digital transformation of dentistry and how connected clinical workflows are reshaping DSOs. He covers AI-powered imaging innovations, the shift from acquisition-driven to organic growth models, and how technology addresses workforce challenges and clinical consistency. Befidi also shares his vision for the future of dentistry, including personalized medicine, dental information exchanges, and increased automation.

6. Building to Sell: What Emerging DSOs Must Know About the Current Dental Market

   Sep 15, 2026

   Brett Pierce (Founding Partner) and Brian Christensen (Chief Development Officer) of 7 Pillars Advisory discuss the current state of the dental market in 2026 and what emerging DSOs must know to position themselves for success. The conversation covers the shift from acquisition-driven growth to organic growth, operational challenges facing emerging DSOs, the dangers of over-leverage, and the critical role of advisory firms in navigating complex transactions and stakeholder alignment.

7. Building From the Bottom Up: How Dr. Jagdev Heir Is Redefining DSO Culture with Trust and Transparency

   Sep 9, 2026

   Dr. Jagdev S. Heir, Founder, CEO & President of Mosaic Dental Collective, discusses building a doctor-led DSO from the ground up with a focus on trust, transparency, and employee-first culture. Heir shares his philosophy of bottom-up organizational design, patient education, and vulnerable leadership, contrasting his approach with traditional top-down DSO models. He reflects on critical turning points in scaling from one practice to 54+ locations across three states, emphasizing the importance of process refinement, delegating to strong team members, and communicating change effectively across the organization.

8. Beyond the Crown: How DSOs Are Rethinking Lab Partnerships, Data, and Digital Workflows

   Sep 1, 2026

   A panel discussion featuring four dental industry leaders—Bruce Tuck (Glidewell), Vince Dilley (Platinum Dental Services), Dr. Viren Patel (Smile Obsession), and Dr. Oussama Founas (Dentologie)—exploring how DSOs evaluate and leverage lab partnerships while navigating digital workflow technology. The group discusses the shift from price-focused procurement to value-based partnerships, the critical role of data analytics and education in scaling DSOs, and the future of restorative dentistry including in-office milling and AI-driven workflows.

9. Accelerate Dental Challenges the Traditional DSO Model

   Aug 25, 2026

   Mike Baird, CEO of Accelerate Dental, discusses his alternative to the traditional DSO model—a perpetual partnership structure where dentists retain majority ownership and the group is owned by dentists rather than private equity. Founded in 2023, Accelerate Dental has grown to approximately 40 practices across the West by focusing on long-term partnerships, operational scale benefits (procurement, recruiting, technology), and flexible exit strategies aligned with individual doctor needs rather than investor timelines.

10. Dissecting a Cyberattack: Insights from a Real-Time Simulation — Dental Cyber Watch Live Episode 4

    Aug 17, 2026

    Episode 4 of Dental Cyber Watch Live features a realistic cyberattack simulation with Gary Salman (CEO, Black Talon Security), Carrie Malar (VP Business Development, Dentist Insurance Services), and Brittany Cambré (Partner, Grubman Warner Berry). The panel walks through a ransomware incident response scenario, covering initial detection, insurance notification, forensic investigation, ransom negotiations, HIPAA compliance obligations, and multi-month recovery timelines. The episode emphasizes the critical importance of cyber insurance, legal privilege, incident response planning, and the interconnected roles of security, legal, and insurance professionals in mitigating financial and regulatory risk.