Mortenson Family Dental

Mortenson Family Dental is a prominent dental clinic brand operating under the umbrella of Mortenson Dental Partners (MDP), one of the largest dentist and employee-owned dental support organizations (DSOs) in the United States. Founded as a single practice in Middletown, Kentucky, in 1979 by Dr. Wayne Mortenson and his wife Sue, the organization has since expanded significantly. Mortenson Dental Partners now supports almost 140 dental practices across nine states, including Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Utah, Iowa, Nebraska, Texas, Georgia, and South Carolina. The core philosophy of Mortenson Family Dental, and MDP as a whole, revolves around providing high-quality dental care in a welcoming and comfortable environment. They emphasize patient-centered care, with many reviews highlighting the friendly and professional staff, minimal waiting times, and their ability to ease nervous patients. The clinics are known for their modern dental technology, including digital X-rays, to enhance efficiency and patient comfort. Mortenson Family Dental offers a comprehensive range of services, catering to diverse dental needs. These services typically include general dentistry (check-ups, cleanings, fillings), pediatric dentistry (often through affiliated brands like Kid's Dentistree), orthodontics (through brands like Braces Braces Braces), and oral surgery (through Oral & Facial Surgery Group). This broad spectrum of care aims to address the needs of entire families. A distinguishing feature of Mortenson Dental Partners is its unique ownership structure; it is 100% owned by the dentists they support and their team members through an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). This model is designed to empower team members and maintain a focus on patient care by alleviating administrative burdens from individual practices through a centralized support center. This allows the dentists and their teams to concentrate on delivering exceptional clinical service. They also have a charitable foundation, the Mortenson Charitable Foundation, which contributes to educational and healthcare needs in their communities and globally.