A Different Kind of DSO

Becoming a Heartland Dental supported doctor lets you continue to put your patients first. You’ll have access to the latest technology and resources and the opportunity to enjoy a better work-life balance as our non-clinical support team saves you time by helping to grow your practice and revenue behind the scenes.

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The Heartland Dental Affiliation

Discover Practicing With True Clinical Independence

Becoming a Heartland Dental supported doctor is about true independence from administrative burdens. As your Dental Support Organization, we’ll empower you with opportunities to achieve financial growth and a new work-life balance through access to state-of-the-art equipment, a supportive community of partners and affiliates, and world-class operational support teams.

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The Benefits Of Affiliation

Your needs are our top priority. We work with our supported professional corporations to build a comprehensive support structure to help you thrive at every stage of your career. And the benefits of becoming a Heartland Dental supported doctor go beyond the office because work is only one part of a rewarding life.

More Time

Work-Life Balance

Heartland Dental’s dedicated non-clinical support teams have you covered. With their support, you’ll have the freedom to focus on patient care again, less stress when away from the office, and more time to spend with friends and family.

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Non-clinical Support

Administrative Relief

Our comprehensive non-clinical support services will help you focus on what matters most: your patients.

Systems, Technology and Support

Grow With Us

Growth Partnering

From marketing assistance to office support to an abundance of continuing education opportunities, our team is here to support you so you can grow the practice.

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Professional Guidance

Advice & Consulting

Unlock the potential of a network of more than 2,400 supported doctors and work one-on-one with an experienced doctor-mentor who can provide advice wherever you are in your career.

Your Future

Transition Strategies

Whether you’re building up or stepping back, you’ll get Heartland Dental's world-class support and guidance when joining a Heartland Dental supported PC.

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Still Wondering If Heartland Dental Is Right For You?

More than 1,800 dentists were once in your shoes. To help you get a feel for what life is like at Heartland Dental supported office, we encourage you to speak with a Heartland Dental supported doctor.

Success Stories

“I can focus on patient care, and on building myself as a practitioner.”

Dr. Qais Musmar

Heartland Dental Supported Doctor

“Heartland Dental’s support helps relieve all the stress, all the anxiety from non-clinical administrative issues. With their support, I have the ability to focus on patient care and on myself as a practitioner.”

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Trusted Partners

We work with the leading brands in the dental industry to ensure that our affiliates get the best support, services, prices, and professional supplies.

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In The Heartland

Take your professional career to the next level with the latest news, trends, insights, and perspectives in the dental industry.

Heartland Dental Celebrates Record New Construction, Affiliation Growth, and Technology Enhancements in 2023

Jan 31, 2024

Heartland Dental today supports more than 2,800 doctors in more than 1,700 offices across 38 states and the District of Columbia EFFINGHAM, IL – January 31, 2024 - Heartland Dental, the nation's leading dental support organization, proudly unveils its outstanding growth results for 2023. The company has exceeded growth expectations and delivered enhanced support to doctors, achieving remarkable milestones in several aspects of its business, including adding over 100 supported practices to its footprint through a combination of record new construction growth (de novo) and outstanding affiliation growth.
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Heartland Dental Names Tamra Kempf as General Counsel

Jan 23, 2024

EFFINGHAM, Ill., Jan. 23, 2024 -- Heartland Dental, the nation's leading dental support organization (DSO), is pleased to announce the immediate appointment of Tamra Kempf as Senior Vice President and permanent General Counsel. Kempf, previously serving as interim General Counsel, now officially joins the senior leadership team under the guidance of Pat Bauer, President and CEO.
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Heartland Dental Brings Best-In-Class Dental AI to the Nation’s Leading Supported Footprint

Dec 05, 2023

EFFINGHAM, IL, December 5, 2023 – Heartland Dental, the nation’s leading dental support organization (DSO) with over 1,700 supported practices nationwide, announced today it has selected VideaHealth, the leading dental AI software company, as its preferred dental AI partner after a collaborative multi-year evaluation between the two companies. VideaHealth’s strong focus on the dental clinician and leading product capabilities, as well as its ecosystem strategy and partnership with Henry Schein One, were critical factors for the decision.
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