Our DSO
Our DSO
Our DSO Services contract with dental practices to provide comprehensive business management and support including non-clinical operations and other kinds of business.
What is a DSO?
What is a DSO?
DSOs are commonly contracted by dental practices to handle critical business management and non-clinical operations support. Thanks to the establishment of DSOs, dentists can optimize their practice with the help of skilled office managers. This model empowers dentists to concentrate on delivering top-notch dental care to their patients while leaving the business aspects to the experts.
Dental Support Services for Dentists
Centralized practice support
DSOs offer non-clinical services to dentists, including facility maintenance, supply procurement, human resources, compliance, accounting, and marketing.
Advanced technology
DSOs allow dentists to use cutting-edge tools like digital X-rays, electronic health records, and CAD/CAM systems thanks to their purchasing power, available funds, and ongoing R&D efforts.
Professional education & training
DSOs offer continuing education by dental mentors to stay updated on protocols, equipment, and practice management.
Economies of scale
DSOs can help lower dentists' supply costs and provide access to modern equipment.
The Benefits for Patients
More face time with the dentist
DSOs help dentists focus more on patient care by reducing administrative tasks.
More flexible scheduling
DSO-supported dental practices offer extended hours to accommodate patients’ schedules, including nights and weekends.
Access to state-of-the-art care
DSO-supported dentists have access to advanced technologies, such as digital X-ray systems and same-day restorations—all of which add up to high quality care and a better overall consumer experience.
Affordable care
The purchasing power of dental service organizations (DSOs) allows dentists to accept a wider variety of insurance plans and provide high-quality services that are both affordable and valuable to patients.
DSO Values & Commitment to Excellence
The values of the Association of Dental Support Organization (ADSO) reflect the standards set by our members. Membership in the ADSO requires adherence to a comprehensive Code of Ethics. Members demonstrate professionalism, share best practices and apply the Code of Ethics in everyday activities.
The ADSO is committed to excellence.We operate with transparency and integrity through significant investments in communities where member-supported dentists practice. Community involvement, innovative services and the highest standards for proven methods are the shared hallmarks of our industry.
The ADSO serves a dynamic and growing industry. Our member companies operate around the world and support thousands of dentists who provide the highest quality of care.
DSOs Provide Critical Business Support
DSOs Provide Critical Business Support
Dispelling DSO Myths
Dispelling DSO Myths
| Myth | Reality |
|---|---|
| Corporate ownership of a practice | By law dentists must own and operate their practices, DSOs provide non-clinical business support |
| High doctor turnover | Many DSOs have low single-digit programs, strong mentoring opportunities |
| Low clinical quality | Many DSOs facilitate top flight CE programs, strong mentoring opportunities |
| Doctors don’t stay long-term | Many DSO-supported dentist are now making DSO affiliations their career of choice |
| Career advancement concerns | Many DSO-supported dentists earn more, have more mobility and have a better work-life balance than private practitioners |
