Meason Dental Specialists, PLLC has filed for Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas. Court filings show that the company is doing business as Meason Orthodontics, a Texas-based orthodontic practice.
Note: Chapter 11 allows businesses to reorganize their debts while continuing operations under court supervision. Meason Dental Specialists, PLLC has filed for Chapter 11 subchapter V. This provides a streamlined process for qualifying small business debtors. A Chapter 11 filing does not necessarily mean that a business is closing. For additional information, readers are encouraged to contact the business directly.
Meason Dental Specialists, PLLC Files for Bankruptcy
According to the case records on PACER, the company submitted its petition on November 5. The records identify Meason Dental Specialists, PLLC as a small business debtor, and add that it is proceeding using Subchapter V.
The filing comes amid financial pressures across the U.S. dental industry. According to a report by the American Dental Association (ADA), dental equipment and supply prices increased 5% between January and September 2025. Its fourth-quarter report also found that around one-third of dentists felt their practices were not busy enough.
The report showed insurance reimbursement issues (55.3%) and staffing difficulties (54.2%) as major concerns for the industry in 2026.
Highlights from the Petition
The petition lists estimated assets of $500,001 to $1 million and estimated liabilities of $1,000,001 to $10 million. Company President Kyle Meason signed the petition.
Attorney Frances A. Smith of Offit Kurman, PC is representing the company, the records add.
A summary of the Chapter 11 petition is shared here:
- Filing Date: November 5, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11, Subchapter V
- Case Number: 26-45019-elm11
- Estimated Assets: Between $500,001 and $1 million
- Estimated Liabilities: Between $1,000,001 and $10 million
- Estimated Creditors: 1-49
About the Company
Meason Orthodontics operates as a family-owned orthodontic practice. Led by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Kyle Meason, it serves with offices in Weatherford and McKinney, Texas. The practice provides orthodontic care for children, teenagers, and adults.
The company website shows that its treatment options include traditional metal braces, in-house clear aligners, retainers, and Invisalign clear aligners. Services span across Parker, Hood, and Palo Pinto counties.
