Planet DDS Acquires Cloud 9 Software

Cloud-based dental software provider Planet DDS has acquired Cloud 9 Software from KKR, an investment firm focused on software and tech-enabled businesses, according to a press release from the company. Adding Cloud 9’s experience in orthodontic and pediatric practice management software allows Planet DDS to continue its growth as a multi-specialty dental software platform, the press release read.

With Cloud 9, Planet DDS will be able to provide a stronger single-vendor solution to support the growth and operational success of both multi-specialty and single-specialty practices.

“The addition of Cloud 9 Software deepens our understanding and ability to serve the unique needs of orthodontic and pediatric care practices,” Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS, according to the company's press release. “Our consistent growth and leadership in cloud-based dental software has always been rooted in our ability to anticipate the needs of our customers, and we are thrilled to welcome Cloud 9 and its experienced team who will help us continue this mission.”

Planet DDS is backed by Level Equity, a private investment firm focused on providing capital to rapidly growing software and technology-driven businesses, and Aquiline Captial Partners, a private investment firm based in New York and London that invests across financial services and technology. Lincoln International acted as the exclusive financial advisor to KKR and Cloud 9.