Best Dental Brokerages In 2026

The dental practice sales market is ever growing and changing. With an increasing number of practice owners looking to transition out their role, while DSOs continue to dominate the conversation. Whether you are looking to become a practice owner or grow to a multi practice location, choosing the right brokerage to get you the best practice possible is vital to every practices success. The specialized knowledge and tools used to value and market dental practices makes working with them essential.

In 2026 dental practices have to adapt to a new market with rates slightly decreasing, DSO acquisitions, and a new generation of dentists looking to break into the market.  Today’s brokerages offer more than just listings, practice optimization, consulting, and post sale support are offered by most brokerages today.

Dental Pitch

Dental Pitch’s team made up of real estate professionals and trained clinicians in the dental space.

Dental Pitch’s approach to of combining clinical experts with M&A deal making experience. Led by Matt Ornstein and Elijah Desmond they have focused on building a team of experts in the field to give as much support to sellers through the transition. Their focus on sellers ensures that anyone who chooses them will get the most money from their sale as possible.

Their structured 4 phase approach lets you easily track where in the process you are and what steps are next. Minimizing stress while you prepare for your next steps. The process begins with evaluating and presenting your practice in the best light possible. Then they create a comprehensive pitch desk optimized to sell your practice for as much as possible to our targeted network of buyers. Optionally you can show your practice to multiple buyers at the same time. This is one of the most unique options provided by Dental Pitch is bringing multiple potential buyers together in-person, their private live events. You get the opportunity to meet multiple serious buyers at once to choose who’s offer is right for you. This is the fastest way we have seen practice owners sell their offices. Reports from our users stated it dramatically cut down on their stress as the process was so much quicker. Finally we work with you on choosing a buyer.

Their is no retainer, they work on a success based model where they are only paid via commission. They have self reported and we have verified that the average turn around for selling practices with them is 3 to 6 months.

Dental Pitch ranked highest in both out satisfaction scores and best return value among seller reports. For sellers looking to maximize their return and be completely supported by their brokerage we would go with dental pitch.

Professional Transition Strategies

Professional Transition Strategies’ approach centers on providing sellers with a total view on their practice before making any decisions. Founded in 2006 with headquarters in Colorado Springs, PTS has built its reputation on their core principal; helping sellers make informed decisions. Over the nearly twenty years PTS has seen over a billion dollars worth of practices sold with their help. 

Their process is incredibly through. Covering your local areas market, creating financial reports, patient demographics and more. Once they have gotten all the necessary info they will create a prospectus that shows your position and what options you have available to you. Their team is filled with a diverse number of specialties from real estate experts to equipment valuation professionals. Each member of their team works together to give you an accurate picture of what your practice is worth and not miss a thing. They will breakdown every avenue that you have. Whether that’s finding a partner, selling fully or partly. 

PTS prides its commitment to relationships and not keeping sellers locked down. They offer 30 day listings compared to the standard year so that you can sell when it’s right for you. As well after a closing they will donate some of their revenue to a nonprofit of your choice! They state it’s roughly 6 to 12 months from listing to close which our team has confirmed talking to our users. For sellers looking for a data heavy approach to selling PTS could be an excellent choice.

Henry Schein Dental Practice Transitions

Henry Schein Dental Practice Transitions is a household dental name. While they are known for their medical and dental supplies and equipment that have a Dental Practice Transition team. The brokerage is over 20 years old and backed with the experience only Henry Schein can provide. With a staff made up of retired dentist and a national team there will be experts to help explain your every need. Though this does come with the need for a more corporate relationship due to the scale.

Their process attempts to make the transition as seamless and stress free for you. They offer complimentary consultations and valuations to give you a starting picture on what your practice is worth in the current market. With full assessments on the property, technology and patient base, giving you a total picture of the value of your practice. With the largest database of potential buyers we have seen, ranging from DSOs, private equity and private doctors. You can be confident in getting a quality serious buyer. As well they due handle multi-practice location sell offs very effectively. 

The large network of buyers makes turn around quick but they are not as seller focused compared to other according to our surveys. With complicated sales and if you don’t mind working with a large corporate office Henry Schein DPT can be a good option.

ADS Dental Transitions

ADS’s approach centers on finding regional experts and backing them with a national team. They are an alliance of dental brokers across the united states. Members must have a minimum of 5 years experience in-order to join. They focus on bringing local talent into an easy to find search directory. Giving you access to a local trusted broker.

As each broker is it’s own entity you will have different experiences depending on the company you choose. While some of our users have experienced incredible success, others have had some frustrations and extra stress. With brokers covering every state, they excel with creating relationships that work for you. With diverse teams, proven track records, there brokers are generally excellent. 

Most brokers under ADS work on a commission only structure and each brokers expected timelines vary. Our users do report that they feel like the local brokerage understands their needs better than large national brokerages, however the variance in brokerages makes this recommendation harder to asses fully. For sellers looking for a local and trusted broker ADS’s directory is extensive and can be a great place to find a brokerage that works for you.