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ATLANTA, Oct. 25, 2024 – Georgia Oak Partners, an Atlanta-based investment firm, announced today that it has made an investment in T Management, a leading dental support organization (DSO) in the Southeast.

T Management is a premier DSO (“dental services organization”) in the Atlanta metro area, primarily offering general dentistry services. T Management provides its partner practices with business management and non-clinical support services, including HR, purchasing, accounting, marketing, KPI management, and continuing education.

“We are excited to join forces with Georgia Oak, whose commitment to supporting companies aligns with our mission of making dental practices profitable and helping them scale.” said Dr. Ken Tralongo, CEO and Founder of T Management. “Their expertise and collaborative approach have been invaluable throughout this journey. With Georgia Oak’s support, we are confident that we will continue to scale while upholding the legacy and values that have established us as a trusted name in dentistry.” A licensed dentist with over 30 years in the industry, Tralongo is a widely regarded thought leader in dentistry and dental M&A.

​​“Georgia Oak is the exact kind of partner with which we’re looking to help build and further our impact in the dental space,” continued Jackson Tralongo, President of T Management.

“We are thrilled to partner with T Management,” said Mike Lonergan, Managing Partner of Georgia Oak. “We see massive potential for growth in the Southeastern dental services market and have great confidence in Ken and the team that he has assembled. T Management's expert leadership, deep industry relationships, and track record of operational excellence and clinical expertise position it to become a leading DSO in the Southeastern United States.”

This partnership expands Georgia Oak’s growing portfolio of consumer service platforms. Georgia Oak is optimistic about the dental services sector’s future, as increasing awareness of the connection between oral health and overall health continues to drive demand for dental care and hygiene services.

Georgia Oak was provided legal advisory services from Arnall Golden Gregory LLP and financial diligence from Moore Colson.

About T Management

T Management is a leading dental partner in the Southeast and has over 100 years of combined dental experience to guide our partners to a truly profitable level. T Management focuses on managing and growing with its partners to ensure they have a true support system and a partner that will allow them to reach the goals and aspirations they desire. For more information about T Management, please visit www.TManagement.net.

About Georgia Oak Partners

Georgia Oak focuses on making equity investments in founder and family-owned companies in Georgia and the broader Southeast. Using a local, hands-on approach, Georgia Oak works side-by-side with founders to achieve sustainable growth while maintaining culture and legacy. For more information about Georgia Oak, please visit www.GeorgiaOak.com.