Lori Kester, DDSmatch

HELPING DENTISTS TRANSITION IN OKLAHOMA AND ARKANSAS
With more than 30 years of experience helping dental practices grow, operate efficiently, and prepare for successful transitions, Lori Kester is the DDSmatch Practice Transitions Advisor in Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Her background spans both the clinical and business sides of dentistry including roles as a hygienist, manager, Patterson Dental Technology Advisor, and strategic practice growth coach and consultant. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with practices to improve operations, strengthen performance, and increase overall practice value.
Today, Lori serves as both a strategic advisor and advocate for her clients, focusing on guiding dentists through the practice transition process from start to finish. Her ability to “speak dentist and due diligence” allows her to bridge the gap between day-to-day practice operations and the complexities of a successful transaction, helping doctors understand their options, prepare for the market, and navigate each stage of the sale with clarity and confidence.
In addition to leading transitions, Lori brings a unique ability to coach and optimize practices prior to sale—helping owners identify opportunities to enhance value and avoid common roadblocks that can delay or derail a deal.
Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Lori serves dentists across Oklahoma and Arkansas, combining local insight with the national resources of DDSmatch to help clients transition on their terms and move confidently into what’s next.
Lori, her husband Rick, and their two Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs, Captain and Cali Rae, love traveling to new and exciting places, connecting with friends and family, and are always up for a visit to the ocean.