Espire Dental (Espire), based in Greenwood Village, CO today announced a strategic partnership with Sauvage PLLC (Sauvage Dentistry), headquartered in Seattle, WA. Founded in 2005, Sauvage Dentistry has established itself as a leader in comprehensive general dentistry across Seattle, Washington, providing services for employees of blue-chip corporations such as Amazon and Microsoft. Through this new partnership, Espire will provide the resources and expertise to support Sauvage Dentistry’s ongoing growth while maintaining its commitment to exceptional patient care.
Dr. Paul Sauvage, the owner of Sauvage Dentistry, commented, “Espire’s commitment to excellence is exemplified by its dedication to helping independent practices realize their full potential. This partnership empowers us to expand access to care while maintaining our autonomy, ensuring that we continue to deliver outstanding healthcare outcomes.”
“We are thrilled to enter the Washington market in partnership with Dr. Sauvage and the entire Sauvage Dentistry team,” said Tim Hill, Espire Dental CEO. “Espire is the solution for elevated private-practice dentists who would not typically join a DSO. We’re proud to partner with Dr. Sauvage, his providers and practice teams who have a rich history of providing exceptional dental care within their communities. These five locations are ideal to expand our footprint in Washington, and we look forward to working together to advance quality dental care to patients in the state.”
Sauvage Dentistry was represented by Merritt Healthcare Advisors, a national investment banking firm specializing in helping healthcare providers evaluate strategic options. Peter Colgan, Senior Associate at Merritt, said, “We are proud to have played a role in facilitating this partnership, which will equip Sauvage Dentistry with increased scale and resources, empowering them to elevate patient care locally and beyond.” John Carron, Partner at Merritt Healthcare Advisors, added, “It has been an honour to represent Dr. Sauvage in this exciting partnership with Espire. This collaboration will provide Sauvage Dentistry with the resources and support to extend its reach and continue delivering exceptional care to the Seattle community.”
Carney Bradley Spellman, P.S. provided legal advice to Sauvage Dentistry and Dykema acted as legal counsel for Espire Dental.
Sauvage PLLC and P. Randall Sauvage PLLC (Sauvage Dentistry)
Founded in 2005, the Practice is a top general dentistry provider of the Seattle metropolitan area. The Practice’s mission is to provide their community with high quality, consistent and friendly dental services to boost the health of the greater Seattle metropolitan area. The Practice delivers services through 5 office locations throughout the greater metropolitan Seattle area walking distance from two of the largest company headquarter campuses in the world, Amazon and Microsoft. To learn more, please visit www.downtownseattledentists.com.
About Espire Dental (Espire)
Espire Dental is a dental care provider that focuses on delivering high-quality dental services with an emphasis on patient experience and comfort. They offer a range of services including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and restorative treatments. Espire Dental aims to create a welcoming and relaxing environment for patients, often incorporating modern technology and amenities to enhance the overall experience.
Their approach typically includes personalized care plans, advanced dental techniques, and a commitment to patient education, ensuring that patients are well-informed about their oral health and treatment options. Espire Dental also emphasizes a positive and supportive atmosphere, aiming to make dental visits as stress-free as possible. To learn more, please visit www.espiredental.com.
About Rallyday Partners
Rallyday Partners is a private equity firm that takes a unique approach by focusing on founders and their entrepreneurial journeys. Their strategy is built around the concept of “by founders for founders,” which means they leverage their own entrepreneurial experiences to support and empower the businesses they invest in. Rallyday Partners provides not just financial capital, but also catalytic capital and other resources to help companies grow and thrive. They emphasize long-term investments, aiming to build healthy, sustainable businesses. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, guiding companies through transformative journeys with a philosophy they call “Let’s Rally.” “Let’s Rally” underscores their commitment to concerted action and celebrating milestones together. To learn more, please visit www.rallydaypartners.com.
About Merritt Healthcare Advisors
Merritt Healthcare Advisors is the leading provider of merger and acquisition services for healthcare businesses, including surgery centers, physician practices, and ancillary service providers. As the only M&A advisory firm with active clinical operations, Merritt has an unmatched perspective when it comes to obtaining optimal valuation for our clients. Having completed more than $5 billion in healthcare transactions across the United States since 2005, Merritt helps clients realize the true value of their assets, source relationships of strategic value, and ultimately manage the process of achieving a successful transition. The principals of Merritt acted in their capacity as licensed investment banking agents of Burch & Company, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. For additional information on Merritt Healthcare Advisors, please visit https://merrittadvisory.com/.