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Our Story.

Unified Smiles takes pride in empowering independent dental practices by minimizing costs and introducing new sources of income, ensuring their success and growth.

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Before Unified Smiles

 
 
The origins of Unified Smiles can be traced back to a visionary dentist with a knack for entrepreneurship. Starting off his career as an associate, he quickly transitioned to owning the that same dental practice in Dearborn, Michigan, where he had been honing his skills. Recognizing the need for a strong financial foundation, he enlisted the expertise of Guy Flannery, a seasoned CPA Advisor who would later ascend to the role of Unified Smiles’ COO, to help navigate the dental industry's unique challenges.
 
Their initial venture was the establishment of a private dental insurance firm that quickly rose to prominence as a top privately held managed dental care provider in the U.S., leading to its acquisition by United Concordia in 1996.
 
Their entrepreneurial spirit didn't stop there. They went on to establish Great Expressions Dental Centers, a large privately held DSO that expanded from its humble beginnings to boast over 200 locations across seven states, generating revenues nearing $300 million. This impressive growth did not go unnoticed, attracting Private Equity interest that led to its acquisition in 2011.
 
Spurred by a commitment to empower independent dentists through enhanced purchasing power and exclusive promotions, they envisioned a dental group purchasing organization. This idea came to fruition in 2012 with the launch of Unified Smiles, a platform aimed at empowering independent dentists by streamlining their purchasing decisions.
 

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Unified Smiles Begins

 

Unified Smiles began its journey with a dynamic team including invaluable guidance from Dr. Robert Steiman, the Dean Emeritus of the University of the Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry.

We are driven by a singular mission: provide independent dentists with large group pricing with top tier dental providers of products and services. Our members, together with our dental Member Services specialists, work to develop a customized plan for each member to optimize their practice operations through revenue enhancements, overhead reduction, operational efficiencies and continuing education/training opportunities. Our goal with each member is to increase the annual cash flow, expand locations (if desired) and increase the practice valuation growth. 

We are proud to be one of the largest dental-specific Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO) nationwide now in our second decade. Our program offers a single point of contact for ongoing optimization discussions and services, ensuring that each member can meet their unique needs and goals effectively. We continue to help entrepreneurial independent dentists stay on the leading edge in dental office operations by reducing overhead, adding revenue streams and being trusted business advisors.

 

More About Unified Smiles

At Unified Smiles, we specialize in providing comprehensive solutions for independent dentists to effectively reduce overhead costs and maximize their revenue streams. Our team of experts understands the unique challenges faced by independent dentists and we are committed to helping them overcome these obstacles.

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We offer a range of industry leading partners and tools that are specifically designed to  minimize  expenses.  Working closely with dentists and their team, we help to identify areas for improvement and develop tailored solutions that align with their unique needs.

Additionally, we understand the importance of increasing revenue for independent dentists. We work with the office to identify new opportunities for revenue growth. Whether it's through enhancing patient retention, implementing effective marketing strategies, or expanding services, we help dentists unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable financial success.

But don't just take our word for it. Here's what one of our satisfied doctors had to say about working with us:

"Since joining Unified Smiles, my practice has experienced a significant reduction in overhead costs and a substantial increase in revenue. Their team provided invaluable guidance and support throughout the entire process, and I can confidently say that my practice is now more efficient and profitable than ever before."

 

At Unified Smiles, we are passionate about empowering independent dentists to thrive in today's competitive landscape. With our proven track record of success and commitment to excellence, we are the trusted partner dentists can rely on to achieve their financial goals.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you reduce overhead costs, increase your revenue stream, and take your dental practice to new heights of success.

Our goal is helping independent dentists thrive in today's market.

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