DSOPro

GPS Dental Celebrated Milestone Achievement: Navigates to 100 Offices Nationwide

Written by Group Dentistry Now | Oct 25, 2024 1:45:52 AM

GPS Dental – Guided Practice Solutions – celebrated a significant milestone last month: the partnership of its 100th office. This achievement not only reflects the company’s rapid growth but also highlights its unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional dental care to communities across the country.

Since its founding in 2015 by Dr. Hunter Smith and Dr. Will Little, GPS Dental has been at the forefront of transforming the dental care landscape. The Dental Service Organization’s patient-centric model, coupled with its adoption of cutting-edge technology, has allowed GPS Dental to build a network of highly skilled professionals that continue to drive its success.

The first location they partnered with was Toland Dental in Wynne, AR. In December 2021, the company announced it had secured a strategic growth investment from Main Post Partners. By January 2024, the DSO had expanded to 75 locations.

Reaching 100 supported practices marks the culmination of years of dedication and effort by the GPS team and the doctors they support, reflecting the company’s commitment to building enduring, meaningful partnerships that distinguish them in the dental industry. Their 100th location is Taylor Street Dental in Springfield, MA.

Currently, the group’s growth strategy focuses solely on acquisitions, with their practices remaining non-branded. The DSO is headquartered in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

SPONSORED

 

Solutions and prices made just for you

Now’s the time to take advantage of personal use offers on Philips Oral Healthcare solutions—including Sonicare power toothbrushes, Power Flossers and more. Order today and experience for yourself what reimagined oral care feels and looks like. 


As GPS Dental celebrates this milestone, Dr. Hunter Smith, CEO and Co-Founder, expressed his gratitude: “I’m humbled that so many of my dentist-colleagues have entrusted GPS Dental to support and collaborate with them. I’m immensely proud of everyone who contributes their efforts each day, and I feel privileged to be part of such a remarkable team. The number 100 is symbolic, but what truly matters is the dedication and hard work behind it. I’m excited about the prospect of hundreds more partnerships in the future and will continue striving to earn the trust our team and partners have placed in us.”

Co-Founder and CEO Dr. Will Little echoed these sentiments, adding, “It’s an honor to work alongside such talented colleagues, friends, and partners. Reaching the 100th location is a significant milestone, not only in terms of growth but as a reflection of the trust that our doctor-partners have placed in us. I couldn’t be prouder of what GPS Dental has become, and I’m excited about the many more partnerships we’ll forge in the years to come.”

GPS Dental’s growth is rooted in its dedication to fostering strong partnerships and collaborations, emphasizing a community-based approach to care. Each office within its network is designed to provide patients with a welcoming, comfortable environment, ensuring that their experience is as positive as the treatment itself. By leveraging the latest advancements in dental technology and employing a team of highly qualified professionals, GPS Dental ensures that every patient receives the highest standard of care.

SPONSORED

 

Get Next-Gen Scanning with Medit and Glidewell

Introducing the new fastscan.io™ featuring Medit® i900® with higher accuracy and precision in a sleek, ergonomic design. Includes a portable laptop, monitor, and no monthly or subscription fees.


Looking ahead, GPS Dental remains committed to its ambitious goal of expanding its footprint across every state, continuing its mission to make high-quality dental care accessible to all. The partnership of its 100th office is just the beginning, as the company prepares for further milestones and continued growth in the years to come.

About the Founders:

Dr. Hunter Smith, after graduating dental school to become a General Dentist, co-founded GPS Dental in 2015 with Dr. Will Little. By partnering with Will in their hometown of Jonesboro, Arkansas, GPS was founded on the idea of creating real, meaningful, and lasting equity partnerships with dental clinicians around a dental support organization that could add value to all areas of their non-clinical needs. Hunter graduated college from Arkansas State University in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in Pre-Professional Studies with a Biology Emphasis and a minor in Chemistry. He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Dentistry in Memphis in 2014.

Dr. Will Little graduated dental school from the University of Tennessee in 2013 and moved back to his hometown of Jonesboro, Arkansas to practice clinically with Dr. Ron Burnett. In 2015, Dr. Little teamed up with his college and dental school friend Dr. Hunter Smith to co-found GPS Dental. Since then, he has worked to build quality partnerships with great clinicians in exceptional practices across the country. GPS Dental was built on the foundations of clinical autonomy and transparency between the DSO and our clinicians. Dr. Little works everyday to protect the practice of clinical dentistry while creating value to the partners of GPS.

Behind the Compass

GPS Dental maintains the following core values that are consistent across the practices they support:

  • Clinical independence for providers
  • Providing care to communities through philanthropic service
  • Strong retention systems for patients, staff, and doctors
  • Consistent and mindful growth and improvement

 

SPONSORED

 

Isolation Made Easy with Mr. Thirsty!  

Mr. Thirsty® provides hands-free retraction, isolation, and high-volume suction all in one device. No installation, maintenance, or cleaning required - this simple tool makes for a safe, happy, & efficient practice! 

 

Stats

  • 240+ dentists
  • 100 practices
  • 102 partners
  • 25 states
  • 1600+ team members

Key Executives

Jon Rollins (Finance Director), Deana Muegge (Executive VP of Human Relations), Sarah Glomski (Executive VP of Operations), Justin Ezell (Chief Financial Officer), Dr. Will Little (CEO | Co-Founder), Dr. Hunter Smith (CEO | Co-Founder), Holly Billingsley (Chief Operating Officer), Britney Long (Executive VP of Marketing), Alicia Smith (Chief Accounting Officer) (l to r)


More from the Newsletter