Midwest Dental

Midwest Dental is a prominent dental support organization (DSO) and a significant provider of dental care services across the United States. Established in 1968 by David Hehli with a single clinic in Mondovi, Wisconsin, it grew to become one of the largest solely-owned dental practices in the country before being acquired by Smile Brands Inc. in December 2020. Headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin (though some operational hubs exist elsewhere), Midwest Dental operates a vast network of over 230 dental offices primarily located in the upper Midwest and New England regions, spanning 17 states. The company provides a wide array of dental services, including general dentistry, dental hygiene, and various specialty dental treatments. Midwest Dental functions as a dental support organization, which means it offers comprehensive administrative and business support services to its affiliated dental practices. These services allow dentists to focus more on patient care by handling aspects such as recruiting, purchasing, payroll, accounting, IT, billing, facilities management, and marketing. This model aims to provide an efficient and supportive environment for dental professionals. Under the Smile Brands Inc. umbrella, Midwest Dental retains its brand identity and operates alongside other regional brands like Mondovi Dental, Merit Dental, and Mountain Dental. The acquisition by Smile Brands significantly expanded Smile Brands' footprint, making the combined entity one of the largest DSOs in the country with over 650 offices and 8,000 employees, including 2,200 dentists and hygienists, operating in 30 states. Midwest Dental is committed to patient satisfaction and improving dental health outcomes. They emphasize providing an exceptional care environment, offering financing options like CareCredit, and working with various insurance providers. Their services include preventive care (like cleanings and exams), restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures), cosmetic dentistry (whitening, veneers, clear aligners), and emergency dental care. The company also utilizes modern dental technology, including 3D printers, CAD/CAM scanners, cone beam X-rays, and digital X-ray systems, and offers office design and consultation services for dental practices.