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A transparent, proven, path to ownership, with no private equity and no empty promises.
Together, we’re redefining what partnership in dentistry can look like. That’s why we created a partnership program* that enables you to earn more, achieve ownership in multiple practices, and practice on your terms, all without sacrificing your life outside the office.
Dr. Lery Bonnin, DMD, FICOI
Hunters Creek Dentistry
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Operation Dental Partnerships
We designed our partner program* to support dentists as both clinicians and business owners. You build equity with ownership in individual or multiple locations. This structure offers you significant tax incentives as an owner and provides options for real estate investment. We back these financial rewards with world-class clinical mentorship and a focus on leadership development.
Associate
Partner
Multiple Practice Partner
Potential Earnings2
$250,000 to $400,000
$500,000 to $750,000
$1M+
Ownership
None (Yet)
Single Practice
Multiple Practices
Benefits
Clinical mentorship
Leadership growth
Own part of your practice
Invest in other practices
Profit distributions
Single
Multiple
Enjoy full tax benefits as an owner
Potential real estate investments
A Dental Partnership Program Built for You!
Operation Dental Partnership Journey
Start as an Associate Dentist
For the first year, you'll work as an associate dentist for Operation Dental. During this time, you will be assessed on your clinical excellence, leadership skills, and other requirements*.
Foundation Partner: Practice Buy-in
- Once you've met all the requirements*, you have the opportunity to purchase into your practice1.
- Additionally, you gain access to our private placement fund2.
Income3
$0
$250K
$500K
Income+Net Worth3
$0
$1m
$2m
Ascend Partner: Increased Investment Opportunity
- With continued clinical education, excellence, and leadership, you can buy in at the next level of practice ownership.
- In addition to the private placement fund2, you now gain access to real estate investments in other practice buildings.
Income3
$0
$250K
$500K
Income+Net Worth3
$0
$1m
$2m
Elite Partner: Advanced Investment Opportunity
- You have the opportunity to buy additional percentage of ownership.
- You continue to have access to the private placement fund2 and real estate investments.
- You gain new investment access to de novos and acquisitions outside your main practice.
- There is also the potential for reduced hours and participation on the clinical board.
Income3
$0
$250K
$500K
Income+Net Worth3
$0
$1m
$2m
Fully Vested
Having built personal wealth and experienced successful practice growth, you are now eligible to receive a full ownership value pass-through from a sale or exit event.
- * The partner program may not be available to all dentists. Eligibility and requirements are subject to change. Full partnership details will be disclosed during the interview process.
- 1 Practice valuation is based on buy in date at a discounted rate.
- 2 Private placement minimum requirements are $25,000 after year 1, $50,000 after year 3, and $100,000 after year 5 with a return of 10-12% annually.
- 3 Income and Net Worth based on expected average production and syndication investment amounts.
You can take pride in knowing you work with a people-before-profits dental group.
Why Partner With Operation Dental?
Austin Lyman, DMD
Conway Oaks Dental
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Derek S. Stallard, DMD, FIDIA
Palm Springs Dental
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Steven Calhoun, DMD
DeBary Dentistry
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Create the Future You Deserve
Partner with Operation Dental, and together, we'll forge a brighter tomorrow.
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Who do we look for? The Way of Eight Principles
When Dr. Kelly and Matt Robinson set out to create a spectacular dental experience, they envisioned a world where dentists could have the best components of group dentistry and private practices. Dr. Kelly, having worked for a large corporate DSO, saw the gaps that ultimately provided an opportunity to rewrite the rules of practice management. So they forged a style where leaders consider the foundation of the company – its people – and prioritize those people over any cent that the company could make.
We live this through the Way of Eight: It's what we mean by putting people before profits. All of this shapes the Operation Dental culture and can be summed up in the following eight values:
Either click or touch and drag to the left to view all the principles.
1
Shattering
the DSO stereotype with a "people before profits" ethos and uncompromising core values of honesty, integrity, and accountability
2
Upholding
a culture of respect, trust, and open communication with every doctor, employee, and stakeholder through a commitment to servant leadership
3
Providing
the freedom to practice dentistry in a way that fulfills your unique life ambitions
4
Combining
the best of private and group dentistry through a leadership philosophy that puts you first and gives you a voice
5
Creating
unmatched opportunities for clinical, professional, and personal growth, including investment opportunities and business mentorship
6
Supporting
our doctors and employees with the systems, resources, and services they need to produce exceptional clinical outcomes
7
Enriching
our communities with access to high-quality, individualized dental care
8
Driving
innovation and setting a new standard in our industry through a better way to practice dentistry
It's All In The Practice
(Operation Dental By The Numbers)
18
Practices
31
Dentists
250+
Employees
11K+
Reviews
4.9
Star Rating
$0
Private Equity
Recognition That Reflects Our Results
The Inc. 5000 ranks the fastest-growing private companies in America, which represents the pinnacle of entrepreneurial success. For the fourth consecutive year, we earned our place on this elite list. This streak proves our ability to drive consistent growth and deliver tangible results in our service to communities throughout Central Florida, Jacksonville, and Sarasota. From the ACG Smart Award to the Inc. 5000, every honor strengthens our resolve. We move forward with the same passion, integrity, and excellence that brought us here.
2022
Inc. 5000® honoree
2023
Inc. 5000® honoree
2024
Inc. 5000® honoree
2025
Inc. 5000® honoree
2024
ACG Smart Awards honoree
The Driven Dental Podcast
Stories inspire growth at Operation Dental. We created The Driven Dental Podcast to demonstrate servant leadership in action. This platform empowers all dental professionals to learn, lead, and thrive.
Real stories from across the industry give you the tools to master business management and leadership. You acquire the critical skills that eighty percent of dentists wish they possessed earlier. We invite you to turn these lessons into a distinct advantage for your future.
Listen. Learn. Lead.
Experience a DSO Done Better
Experience the Operation Dental difference and see what sets us apart.
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About Operation Dental
Founded in 2016 by Dr. Peter Kelly, DDS, and Matt Robinson, MBA, Operation Dental breaks the DSO stereotype by pioneering a management style that prioritizes people over profits and always puts our dentists, employees, and patients first.
By combining the best components of private and group dentistry, our ultimate goal is to empower everyone in our organization to achieve personal and professional fulfillment beyond what they could find in any other setting. We believe happier dentists and employees lead to better patient outcomes, resulting in healthier communities and a brighter future for us all.
Podcasts are for sharing stories, so we created a podcast with stories to help you grow. Welcome to The Driven Dental Podcast.
Four out of our five dentists wish they had learned about leadership skills and business management before entering practice. Learn what they didn’t and give yourself the advantage over your competition.