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Frequently Asked Questions

• What Services & Supplies Can I Save On?

  Unified Smiles has partnered with over 100 industry leaders in the supplies & services used in dental offices everyday. Our members save on clinical supplies including disposables, restorative materials, toothbrushes, whitening products, implants, biomaterials, medical waste needs and more. In addition, we have negotiated pricing on dental equipment (large & small) including scanners, x-ray sensors, handpieces, chairs and all items related to equipping a dental operatory.

  Special discounted fee schedules available for dental laboratories, patient communication & engagement software, patient financing, in-house discount plans, practice financing, compliance needs, merchant services, marketing and so much more!

• What is a dental group purchasing organization?

  A dental group purchasing organization is a membership-based group that benefits dentists in purchasing products and services. Using the power of a larger community of dentists, dental group purchasing organizations have more purchasing power and allows members to receive lower prices on supplies and services from suppliers. 

• What are the benefits of joining Unified Smiles?

   Our members significantly reduce their overhead when taking advantage of the services and savings through Unified Smiles. We are here to help your independent dental office thrive!

  Savings: Achieve significant savings across all areas of practice spend. We have partners for almost every supply or service in your dental office.

  Solutions:  Grow production while reducing overhead for a more profitable practice with increased revenue streams. 

  More Solutions: Our partner's procurement platform allows you to see Unified Smiles negotiated pricing alongside your current supplier  pricing in real time! Streamline the purchasing process and increase your team efficiency plus have visibility of your orders and budget.

  Support: Work one-on-one with our dental practice experts to achieve your goals. Our Dedicated Dental Concierges help the office identify opportunities to reduce cost and increase profitability allowing your office to thrive.

• What is a dental group purchasing organization (GPO)?

  A dental GPO helps independent practices access bulk pricing and negotiated discounts by combining purchasing power across many offices. Unified Smiles negotiates with over 100 vendors so you don’t have to.
  

• How much can I realistically save?

  Most practices save an overall 18–23% on supplies (up to 60% on clinical supplies), with some seeing even higher savings depending on current purchasing habits. Our most engaged members average over $30,000 per year.
  

• How quickly will I see savings?

  Many practices begin seeing meaningful, measurable savings within the first 30 days. If you are using any of our partners, you’ll often notice lower invoices on everyday supplies, labs, and services as early as your next order—freeing up cash flow and improving profitability right away. Your Member Specialist can help you find additional savings and reduce your overhead.
  

• Do I have to switch suppliers?

  No.
  You are never required to switch vendors. You choose what to change based on where savings make sense.
  

• Is this only for large practices or DSOs?

  No.
  Unified Smiles is specifically designed for independent dentists and small groups, including single-location practices.
  

• What does membership cost?

  • $225/month per location
  • $250 one-time onboarding fee

  Optional procurement software is available for an additional fee.

• Is there a long-term contract?

  There are no long‑term commitments. Your membership starts with a simple 3‑month initial term so you have time to see the results in your numbers and operations. After that, your plan automatically moves to a flexible month‑to‑month membership. You stay only as long as Unified Smiles is delivering value for your practice.

• Do I have to hit minimum purchasing volumes?

  No.

  There are no required purchasing minimums. You choose the partners, products, and pricing that make the most sense for your practice, and use them as much or as little as you need. Our role is to give you access to better pricing and guidance—not to lock you into quotas or spending requirements.
  

• What types of products and services can I save on?

  • Clinical supplies
  • Labs
  • Equipment
  • Practice management tools
  • Marketing
  • Compliance and insurance services
  • and much more!

• What is a Member Specialist, and how do they help?

  Every member is paired with a dedicated Member Specialist who has real dental practice experience. Your specialist becomes a trusted partner to your team and:

  - Reviews your current spending across supplies, labs, technology, services, and more

  - Identifies clear, actionable savings opportunities without sacrificing quality of care

  - Connects you with the right vendor partners and negotiated pricing for your practice

  - Helps you improve profitability by reducing overhead and uncovering new revenue opportunities

  - Checks in regularly to answer questions, monitor results, and adjust your plan as your practice grows

• Is this just about saving money?

  No.

  While cost savings are the starting point, most Unified Smiles members see impact far beyond lower supply bills. By reducing overhead and giving you access to the right partners and tools, many practices are able to:

  - Increase revenue by adding new services, improving case acceptance, and uncovering new income streams

  - Improve efficiency by streamlining purchasing, standardizing vendors, and giving the team a simpler way to order

  - Expand services with more affordable access to technology, labs, and clinical partners that support growth

  - Strengthen the patient experience by freeing up time for your team to focus on care instead of chasing pricing and orders

• How is this different from negotiating on my own?

  You could negotiate with each vendor on your own—but that usually means:

  - Spending significant time comparing quotes, contracts, and product options

  - Negotiating without the leverage that comes from hundreds of practices behind you

  - Ending up with pricing that changes from rep to rep and is hard to verify

  Unified Smiles does that work for you. You get instant access to consistently competitive, pre‑negotiated pricing that’s backed by the combined purchasing power of hundreds of independent practices—so you save more, with far less effort.

• Will this disrupt my current operations?

  No.
  You implement changes gradually and only where it makes sense for your practice.
  

• What happens after I join?

  1. You’re assigned a Member Specialist
  2. Your current purchasing is reviewed
  3. Savings opportunities are identified
  4. You begin implementing improvements

  
  

   

• Can this help me compete with DSOs?

  Yes.
  Many members join specifically to:

  • Lower overhead
  • Access better pricing
  • Stay independent while competing with corporate groups