What are 'invisible DSOs'? An interview with Chip Fichtner of Large Practice Sales

March 11, 2020

Both dentists and investors are looking at 'invisible DSOs' as an entrepreneurial opportunity. Learn more in this interview from the 2020 Chicago Midwinter Meeting.

Chris Salierno, DDS

At the 2020 Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Chris Salierno, DDS, talked with Chip Fichtner of Large Practice Sales about the unique aspects of "invisible dental support organizations," aka "invisible DSOs." Because of their profitability and sweeping access to resources, invisible DSOs are gaining increased interest from both investors and entrepreneurial dentists.

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About the Author

Chris Salierno, DDS | Chief Dental Officer, Tend

Chris Salierno, DDS, is a general dentist from Long Island, New York. He graduated from Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine in 2005. Dr. Salierno lectures internationally on clinical dentistry, practice management, and leadership development. In 2017 he became a chief development officer with the Cellerant Consulting Group, and he was the chief editor of Dental Economics from 2014 to 2021. In 2021, he became the chief dental officer at Tend. He can be reached on Instagram @the_curious_dentist.

Updated May 13, 2022