Greg White, DMD, received the distinguished alumnus award from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry.

Miami-based Guardian Dentistry Partners has expanded its network this year to support more than 160 practices across 11 states. 

New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 has opened its first branded practice location in Pennsylvania.

Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental has had a busy year filled with practice milestones, industry partnerships and technology innovations. 

DSO DataCONNECT is analyzing the three-year growth rates of group-affiliated locations across several U.S. regions. The Southwest saw a 51% increase in affiliated locations, while the MidWest experienced a 46% rise, and the Midwest recorded a 52% increase. Kansas had the highest percentage growth, with a remarkable 140% increase, while Texas led in absolute growth, adding 1,099 locations over the past three years.

Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental has hit major milestones while expanding its network this year.

Irving, Texas-based Specialized Dental Partners recently added Endodontic Associates to its network. 

Dallas-based MB2 Dental has added its first set of practices in Massachusetts.

Here are 14 moves showing how Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health has grown so far this year: 

Nashville, Tenn.-based Innovate 32 has partnered with Marion Dental Group.

Here are 10 updates showing how Morrisville, N.C.-based Affordable Care has expanded and supported its network this year:

Jonesboro, Ark.-based GPS Dental recently added its first practice in Arizona.

Dental365, Heartland Dental and Dental Care Alliance have worked to push the boundaries of what's possible in dentistry by adding innovative technologies to their networks. 

Cary, N.C.-based Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry has received a majority investment from Comvest Private Equity, middle-market investment group.

Atlanta-based Benevis has seen success with its assisted hygiene delivery model across its network.

Here are six DSOs and dental groups that have added practices in the South, as reported by Becker's since Oct. 8:

Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health is celebrating national dental hygiene month by highlighting the role dental hygienists can play in medical-dental integrated healthcare.

Morrisville, N.C.-based Affordable Care has added Weave's software platform to its network. 

Here are seven growth updates from specialty-focused DSOs that have taken place since Sept. 9:

Here are three notable moves from Dallas-based DECA Dental Group this year: