Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental A leading dental support organization (DSO) supporting more than 2,700 dentists in over 1,700 dental offices across 38 states. Built by a doctor, for doctors.

Discover the Doctor Difference at www.heartland.com. As a leading DSO in the nation, Heartland Dental provides supported dentists, hygienists, and non-clinical team members with world-class non-clinical administrative support to help them achieve sustainable professional and personal growth. What started from the entrepreneurial spirit of Rick Workman, DMD, with his single dental practice, has evolved into affiliating with over 3,000 doctors in over 1,800 locations across 39 states and the District of Columbia. Heartland Dental is not your typical Dental Support Organization. Its legacy of being built by a dentist, for dentists along with its doctor-led culture and business model enables supported doctors to be the leaders of their practice, working with their teams to focus on providing great dentistry while Heartland Dental focuses on providing support for the day-to-day non-clinical administrative workflow. You can discover more about Heartland Dental’s Doctor Difference by visiting www.heartland.com.

10 questions. One big decision. Your guide to choosing the right dental group is here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4myaftG
08/20/2025

10 questions. One big decision. Your guide to choosing the right dental group is here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4myaftG

Affiliating with a Dental Support Organization (DSO) can open doors to growth and new opportunities, but it’s important to ask the right questions.

08/18/2025

New grads need more than tools—they need people. Our experienced team is ready to guide, support, and cheer you on from day one. Because we’ve all been there—and we know you’re going to do amazing. Learn more about opportunities with us at ➡ https://bit.ly/42EUDeX

Ready to start your journey in dental hygiene?  The new first-of-its-kind Concorde Career Institute – Fort Myers, FL cam...
08/08/2025

Ready to start your journey in dental hygiene?
The new first-of-its-kind Concorde Career Institute – Fort Myers, FL campus, developed in collaboration with Heartland Dental is now open for enrollment.

New campus in Fort Myers - Dental Hygiene Training Built for the Real World! Concorde Career Institute in collaboration with Heartland Dental Services, is proud to bring its legacy of healthcare education to Fort Myers with a focused offering in Dental Hygiene.

The Ft. Myers campus and on-campus dental hygiene clinic are a training and employer collaboration designed to connect students to career-focused training and real opportunities in the growing field of dental hygiene. It's an exciting time to pursue a career in dental healthcare.
🦷 Real-world technology. Career-driven training. Community impact. Now enrolling: https://www.concorde.edu/campus/fort-myers-florida

08/05/2025

Heartland Dental is celebrating an innovative, exciting start to 2025! In the first half of 2025, we continued to enhance our support services and drive growth, improving access to care across the country. Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/HeartlandGrowth

07/24/2025

After years of running successful dental practices, the stress, long hours, and mounting administrative burdens were starting to outweigh the joy both Dr. Meena Goel and Dr. Nicolas Pruett found in dentistry.

By affiliating with Heartland Dental, they gained the support, resources, and work-life balance they needed to not just to keep going, but to thrive. Today, they’re practicing with renewed energy, stronger teams, and a deep love for their work again. Watch the full story here ➡ https://bit.ly/3Wbp4H5

Rising Costs. Stagnant Reimbursements. More Stress, Less Time. Sound Familiar? You’re not alone. Many dental professiona...
07/23/2025

Rising Costs. Stagnant Reimbursements. More Stress, Less Time. Sound Familiar?

You’re not alone. Many dental professionals today are feeling the squeeze — trying to be at the chair with patients while being pulled by time-consuming administrative tasks, increasing supply costs, and insurance headaches. From support with negotiating better deals on supplies and lab services to helping manage billing, staffing, and vendor relationships, we’re here to support you with the non-clinical load so you can focus on what you do best. Because at Heartland Dental supported practices, we believe your time is best spent where it matters most. Read our blog article to learn more: https://bit.ly/4o9z3tc

Running a dental practice today means balancing exceptional care with ever-tightening margins. Even successful practices are feeling financial pressures.

Congratulations to Pat Bauer, our President and CEO, for being named one of Incisal Edge’s 32 Most Influential People in...
07/21/2025

Congratulations to Pat Bauer, our President and CEO, for being named one of Incisal Edge’s 32 Most Influential People in Dentistry for the fourth year in a row! This annual list highlights leaders who are driving innovation, education, and meaningful change across the dental industry. Under Pat’s leadership, Heartland Dental continues to expand its support for doctors nationwide, now serving over 3,800 dentists across 1,800+ locations. Head over to our blog to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4kVj27b

Pat Bauer, President and CEO of Heartland Dental, has been honored on Incisal Edge’s annual list of the 32 Most Influential People in Dentistry for the fourth year in a row.

Burned Out by the Business of Dentistry? You’re Not Alone.  Many doctors find themselves overwhelmed by the day-to day n...
07/16/2025

Burned Out by the Business of Dentistry? You’re Not Alone.

Many doctors find themselves overwhelmed by the day-to day non-clinical aspects of practice ownership, insurance, billing, and everything in between. It’s easy to lose the joy that brought you into dentistry in the first place. But one decision can change that: The support of a Heartland Dental supported practice or affiliating with Heartland Dental and a supported practice. Learn how by reading our blog post: https://bit.ly/JoyinDentistry

Even the most passionate doctors can start to lose sight of why they chose dentistry. One decision can change that: Finding the right support.

As we celebrate Independence Day, take a moment to reflect on what freedom and belonging mean to you. Whether you were b...
07/04/2025

As we celebrate Independence Day, take a moment to reflect on what freedom and belonging mean to you. Whether you were born here or immigrated here, each of us contribute uniquely to the rich cultural fabric of Heartland Dental and the United States. Let this weekend be a time of gratitude—for the sacrifices that brought us here, and for the dreams still ahead. Let’s continue to support one another, amplify each other’s stories, and lead with heart. 🎆🎆

In Dentistry, Growth Never Stops, and Neither Should Your Learning. From new technologies to evolving patient expectatio...
07/03/2025

In Dentistry, Growth Never Stops, and Neither Should Your Learning. From new technologies to evolving patient expectations, staying ahead means staying curious. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned dentist, we know there’s always more to discover. At Heartland Dental, we champion continuing education opportunities because it leads to better care, stronger leadership, and long-term success. Read our blog post to find out more about why our supported doctors never stop learning: https://bit.ly/4eBDDfe

In an industry as dynamic as dentistry, continuous learning isn’t just beneficial; it’s also essential.

06/30/2025

New grads need more than tools—they need people. Our experienced team is ready to guide, support, and cheer you on from day one. Because we’ve all been there—and we know you’re going to do amazing things. Learn more about opportunities with us at ➡ https://bit.ly/42EUDeX

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1200 Network Centre Drive
Effingham, IL
62401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(217) 540-5100

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Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the United States. Based in Effingham, IL, Heartland Dental provides non-clinical services to supported dentists and team members in more than 1,000 supported offices across 37 states. Founded in 1997 by Dr. Rick Workman, Heartland Dental is focused on positively impacting dentistry with the goal of offering dentists the freedom to focus on their craft. This culture is sustained with continuing education and ongoing leadership development at all levels of the organization.